Heart catheter authorization update
Nov. 2022Important Notices
Please be advised of the change effective Sept. 20, 2022, to authorizations regarding the following heart catheter code(s):
If you have any questions, contact UPMC Utilization Management at 1-800-425-7800.
- Right heart catheter CPT 93456 no longer requires an authorization.
- Left heart catheter CPT 93452 no longer requires an authorization.
If you have any questions, contact UPMC Utilization Management at 1-800-425-7800.
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