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[California] Update to claims system: global surgical procedures

Published May 7, 2026

AI Summary

Anthem has updated their claims system processing for global surgical procedures in California. This affects how claims with global periods are handled and may impact reimbursement timing or requirements for surgical procedures.

Action Required

Immediately: Billing team should review the full policy details at the provided URL to understand specific changes to global surgical procedure processing. Monitor upcoming surgical claims for any processing delays or rejections and be prepared to resubmit if necessary.

Plan Types

All Plans

States

CA

Specialties

ortho, general-surgery, cardiothoracic-surgery, neurosurgery, plastic-surgery, vascular-surgery, oral-maxillofacial-surgery, ophthalmology, ent, urology, ob-gyn

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