CPT 29848 · Other Procedure · UnitedHealthcare (Commercial)
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release at UnitedHealthcare (Commercial).
How UnitedHealthcare (Commercial) approaches CPT 29848 (Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release) for prior-authorization review: at last review on 2025-10-01, the policy covers this code without prior authorization.
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UHC-MP-CTRCriteria summary
High-level themes from the UnitedHealthcare (Commercial) 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.
- Prior diagnostic procedure documentation required.
Source: UnitedHealthcare Commercial Medical Policy — Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment
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