Does Cigna require prior authorization for CPT 27443?

Yes. Cigna requires prior authorization for CPT 27443 (Arthroplasty procedures) under Standard commercial plans per its published clinical policy.

What documentation does Cigna require for CPT 27443?

Clinical notes supporting medical necessity; Relevant diagnostic, imaging, lab, or treatment records for the requested service

How much does Medicare pay for CPT 27443 in 2026?

In 2026, the national Medicare allowable for CPT 27443 is $761.87 in an office setting and $761.87 in a facility. Commercial allowables for Cigna are typically negotiated against this benchmark.

What if Cigna denies the PA for CPT 27443?

Appeal in writing within 60 days, citing the specific clinical policy criteria the case meets and attaching supporting documentation. Many denials are reversed on first-level appeal when the criteria language is mirrored.

Prior Authorization

Cigna Prior Authorization for CPT 27443

Arthroplasty procedures · Standard commercial plans

Prior authorization REQUIREDApplies to all statesLast verified May 9, 2026 · Reviewed by the D3rx Clinical Billing Team

Source

Cigna Commercial Joint Surgery Code List - Effective 03/07/2026

Not medical advice. PA policies change frequently. Always confirm against the payer's current policy before submitting. d3rx pulls directly from publicly published policy PDFs and refreshes daily.

Clinical criteria

Cigna/EviCore Cigna Commercial Joint Surgery Code List - Effective 03/07/2026 lists 27443 as requiring prior authorization for commercial plans, effective 2026-03-07. Confirm member benefit, plan model, and delegated workflow before submission.

Documentation checklist

✓Clinical notes supporting medical necessity
✓Relevant diagnostic, imaging, lab, or treatment records for the requested service

2026 Medicare rate for CPT 27443

Office (non-facility)

$761.87

Facility

$761.87

Total RVUs (office)

22.81

Conversion factor

$33.4009

National Medicare Physician Fee Schedule amounts (GPCI 1.0). Cigna's commercial allowable is negotiated against this benchmark — see the full RVU and locality breakdown on the CPT 27443 code page.

How to submit the PA

1Verify the requirement against the current clinical policy linked above.
2Gather documentation: Clinical notes supporting medical necessity, Relevant diagnostic, imaging, lab, or treatment records for the requested service.
3Submit via the payer's provider portal or designated PA channel.
4Document the reference number and follow up within 5 business days if no determination is received.

FAQ

Does Cigna require prior authorization for CPT 27443?: Yes. Cigna requires prior authorization for CPT 27443 (Arthroplasty procedures) under Standard commercial plans per its published clinical policy.
What documentation does Cigna require for CPT 27443?: Clinical notes supporting medical necessity; Relevant diagnostic, imaging, lab, or treatment records for the requested service
How much does Medicare pay for CPT 27443 in 2026?: In 2026, the national Medicare allowable for CPT 27443 is $761.87 in an office setting and $761.87 in a facility. Commercial allowables for Cigna are typically negotiated against this benchmark.
What if Cigna denies the PA for CPT 27443?: Appeal in writing within 60 days, citing the specific clinical policy criteria the case meets and attaching supporting documentation. Many denials are reversed on first-level appeal when the criteria language is mirrored.

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