January 2025

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The Payor Issue Database is found in the Members section of the Kids Health First (KHF) Intranet under the Financial menu. If you need access to the KHF Intranet, please email PayorConcerns@khfirst.com.

 

The Payor Issue Database contains a current list of payor and claim issues KHF is tracking on behalf of the practices. The issues were identified by your KHF network peers and escalated to KHF for research. In the Payor Issue Database you will find:

  • Key dates (issue identified, most recent update, resolution date)
  • Claim issue descriptions
  • Current action
  • Resolution (when received)
  • Practices impacted


When you identify a claim issue during your EOB review, check the Payor Issue Database for known issues and their status. This may decrease your research time and offer next steps. Please encourage all billing staff to reference this helpful resource!

 

Is your issue not found on the Payor Issue Database? Let us know! You can add your practice to an existing issue or submit a new issue for research by emailing PayorConcerns@khfirst.com


Reminder

Please submit your PHI and claims examples securely. KHF can provide a secure email for you if needed.

CURRENT TRENDS

Aetna CPT 90660 Denial Issue


On 1/2/2025, Aetna confirmed CPT 90660 denials for "non-covered because not proven COVID effective" is a company-wide processing error. They are completing a claims project that could take up to 60-90 business days depending on the number of impacted claims. No action by practices is required.

PAYOR UPDATES

Aetna


Reimbursement for Modifiers SA – Effective 4/1/2025


Mid-level Professionals Payment Policy

Anthem


Online Training Opportunity:

Payment Integrity: Outpatient Evaluation and Management Services

https://gateway.on24.com/wcc/eh/3555851/category/104185/?filters=28464

 

LabCorp and Quest Diagnostics In Network for Georgia HMO/POS Plans

New year, new labs: LabCorp and Quest Diagnostics now in‑network for Georgia plans - Provider News

 

HEDIS Medical Record Review Begins 1/1/2025

Time to prepare for HEDIS medical record review - Provider News

 

Postal Employees in New Benefit Plan - Effective 1/1/2025

FEP excited to join PSHB program in 2025 - Provider News

 

Reimbursement Change for APP’s – Effective 2/1/2025

Reimbursement policy update: Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant Services - Provider News

Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant Services Commercial Reimbursement Policy: https://www.anthem.com/docs/public/inline/C-20001_ABCBS.pdf

CareSource


New Policy – Influenza Testing Reimbursement Policy – Effective 1/1/2025

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Cigna


Modifier 50 Bilateral Procedures Reimbursement Changes – Effective 3/15/2025

https://static.cigna.com/assets/chcp/secure/pdf/resourceLibrary/clinReimPolsModifiers/M50_Bilateral_Procedures.pdf


**Updated!** Cigna + Oscar Discontinuing Small Group Plans

KHF received additional information about the Cigna + Oscar coverage ending. Cigna will continue to serve Cigna + Oscar members until their renewal date in 2025. Please view the updated flyer that reflects this information.

United Healthcare

 

New GA Modifier requirement – Effective 2/1/2025

New GA modifier requirement for UnitedHealthcare commercial plans | UHCprovider.com

If you have questions about any payors, their plans, or contracts, KHF is happy to assist you. Send us a message!

BEST PRACTICES & QUICK TIPS

Change to NQCA Well Child Visits Telehealth Guidelines – Effective 1/1/2025

https://www.ncqa.org/blog/hedis-my-2025-whats-new-whats-changed-whats-retired/

 

As of January 1, 2025, the NCQA no longer allows a Well Child Visit (WCV) to be satisfied by telehealth. A Well Child Visit must be completed in office visit to be compliant. 


Remember to check the KHF Intranet for updated fee schedules.

We Want To Hear From You!


Do you have billing topics, best practices, claim questions, or good news to share? Email KHF at PayorConcerns@khfirst.com.

RESOURCES

Kids Health First Intranet Page