CPT 64721 · Hand / Upper Extremity · Florida Blue
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How Florida Blue approaches CPT 64721 (Open Carpal Tunnel Release) for prior-authorization review: at last review on 2026-04-15, the policy covers this code with prior authorization required.
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Coverage
Covered
Prior auth
Prior auth required
Last reviewed
2026-04-15
Policy number
FloridaBlue-Ortho-2026Criteria summary
High-level themes from the Florida Blue policy of record for CPT 64721. 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: Florida Blue Medical Coverage Guidelines — Orthopedic Surgery
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