CPT 29848 · Other Procedure · CareFirst BCBS
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release at CareFirst BCBS.
How CareFirst BCBS approaches CPT 29848 (Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release) for prior-authorization review: at last review on 2025-12-01, the policy covers this code without prior authorization.
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Coverage
Covered
Prior auth
No prior auth
Last reviewed
2025-12-01
Criteria summary
High-level themes from the CareFirst BCBS policy of record for CPT 29848. Verbatim policy text and per-criterion analysis are available after sign-in.
- At least 6 weeks of conservative care typically required.
- Imaging concordance documentation required.
Source: CareFirst BCBS Medical Policy Reference Manual — Carpal Tunnel Release
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