Understanding MP.PA.147

Jul. 2025Important Notices

Understanding changes to the Diagnostic and Surveillance Colonoscopy, 18 Years Old and Older – MP.PA.147 policy

Effective date July 1, 2025 , the Diagnostic and Surveillance Colonoscopy, 18 Years Old and Older – MP.PA.147 policy contains clarifications in key areas:

Prior authorizations. As of July 1, 2025 MP.PA.147 now requires prior authorization for many codes across all lines of business. It is important to note that this policy applies only to diagnostic and surveillance colonoscopies, as screening exams are outside the scope of MP.PA.147.

Billing. MP.PA.147’s coding section clarifies how providers must bill the codes to denote a screening exam. The provider is responsible for clinical decisions and billing. For information on using modifier 33 and modifier PT for screening colonoscopies, please review the Colorectal Cancer Screening Billing Guide.

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