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BT202425: Revised coverage and billing information for the 2024 annual HCPCS codes update
Indiana Medicaid (IHCP)·IN · Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Cardiology +6 more·Claims & Billing
Effective date
Jan 1, 2024
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Indiana Medicaid released their 2024 annual HCPCS code updates with 24 new covered procedure codes (including phrenic nerve stimulators, uterine fibroid destruction, and various surgical procedures) and several non-covered codes. Multiple codes require prior authorization and the policy includes special billing guidelines for different service types.
Action Required
By June 8, 2024: Billing team must update claim processing system to include all new 2024 HCPCS codes effective January 1, 2024. Configure prior authorization requirements for codes 33276, 33277, and 52284. Update fee schedules and verify coverage status for all new codes - mark spine tethering codes (22836-22838) and nasal nerve destruction codes (31242-31243) as non-covered. Review managed care vs fee-for-service billing differences. Include copy of bulletin first page when submitting claims beyond standard filing limits (90 days managed care, 180 days FFS).