What insurance policy changes affect HCPCS E2298?

There are 10 tracked policy changes affecting HCPCS E2298, including updates from Humana, CareSource, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island. Each change may modify coverage criteria, reimbursement rates, or prior-authorization requirements.

Which payers have updated policy for HCPCS E2298?

Payers that have issued tracked updates for HCPCS E2298 include: Humana, CareSource, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island, Kansas Medicaid (KanCare), Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Blue Shield of California, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota.

How do I get notified when HCPCS E2298 policy changes?

Create a free account at PolicyChanges.app and save a search filtered to HCPCS E2298. You will receive a daily digest email whenever a new policy change references this code.

Why do payers change policies for HCPCS E2298?

Payers revise policies for individual billing codes to align with updated clinical guidelines, CMS rule changes, fraud and abuse prevention measures, or network cost-management goals. Changes can affect medical necessity criteria, place-of-service restrictions, bundling rules, or whether a code requires prior authorization.

E2298 — Complex rehabilitative power wheelchair accessory, power seat elevation system, any type: Insurance Policy Changes

E2298 Insurance Policy Changes

HCPCS E2298 is officially defined as "Complex rehabilitative power wheelchair accessory, power seat elevation system, any type." HCPCS E2298 is referenced in 10 tracked payer policy changes from Humana, CareSource, and 5 other payers. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for HCPCS E2298 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

High impact

Mobility Assistive Devices (Wheelchairs) - MEDICAID - KENTUCKY (Revised)

Humana·Effective Jul 22, 2026

Humana Medicaid Kentucky revised its coverage policy for mobility assistive devices (wheelchairs) effective 07/22/2026. The policy requires prior authorization for all wheelchair requests and establishes specific medical necessity criteria for power wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs, scooters, and accessories. Billing teams must ensure all wheelchair claims include required prior authorization, home assessments for power wheelchairs, and specialty evaluations for complex rehabilitation devices.

E2298 Insurance Policy Changes

Mobility Assistive Devices (Wheelchairs) - MEDICAID - KENTUCKY (Revised)

[Ohio] Prior Authorization Requirement Update

Medical policy updates

KMAP BULLETIN: Power Seat Elevation Coverage Criteria Update

Point32Health Medical Necessity Guideline updates

Mobility Assistive Devices (Wheelchairs) - MEDICAID - VIRGINIA (Revised)

Mobility Assistive Devices (Wheelchairs) - MEDICAID - SOUTH CAROLINA (Revised)

Power Wheelchairs and Power Operated Vehicles for Permanent Use (BSC1.02)

Medical Policies Updates

[Georgia] Prior Authorization Requirement Update