83020 CPT® code: payer coverage and prior authorization83020 appears in 6 coverage policies from Aetna, Blue Cross NC, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Cigna, Premera Blue Cross, UnitedHealthcare.
| Payer | Policy | Role in policy | Reviewed | Document |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna | Genetic Testing (0140) | listed, no stance | Aug 18, 2026 | payer document |
| Blue Cross NC | Professional Pathology Billing Requirements AHS – R2169 | listed, no stance (range 83001-83993) | Mar 1, 2024 | payer document |
| BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina | Laboratory/Pathology Services (CAM 472) | listed, no stance | Jan 1, 2026 | payer document |
| Cigna | Laboratory Testing Services (0604) | not covered | May 15, 2026 | payer document |
| Premera Blue Cross | Preventive Care Hemoglobinopathies (Sickle cell screening) | covered if criteria are met | Sep 21, 2026 | payer document |
| UnitedHealthcare | Preventive Care Services (MP.016.59) Panel (Newborns) | Metabolic Screening Panel: | Ages 0 to 90 days. Does not have | listed, no stance | Jul 1, 2026 | payer document |
From payers' published prior-auth lists, coverage policies and state Medicaid fee schedules, updated Oct 16, 2026. The role is what the policy's own code table or text says about the code. Not a guarantee of coverage or payment; verify with the payer. CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.