Clinical Policy 1E-3, Sterilization Procedures – Claim Denials

<p>Claim Denials for Sterilization CPT Code 58661</p>

Claim Denials for Sterilization CPT Code 58661

NC Medicaid has received calls concerning claim denials that providers are receiving with Explanation of Benefits (EOB) 01610- FAMILY PLANNING PROCEDURE CODE REQUIRES FAMILY PLANNING DIAGNOSIS. Please correct amnd resubmit when billing the sterilization CPT procedure code below.

58661 - Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy).

NCTracks is being updated to correct this issue. Providers may resubmit claims denied for EOB 01610 for dates of service on or after Aug. 15, 2020 for reprocessing. 

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