New Coding Policy for Global Obstetrical Maternity Services
AI Summary
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas is implementing a new Clinical Payment and Coding Policy (CPCP044) for Global Obstetrical Maternity Services effective August 19, 2025. This policy provides comprehensive coding guidance for the global OB period including antepartum care, delivery services, and postpartum care, covering initial OB visits, global OB packages, multiple births, care by different providers, complications, and quality measurement reporting.
Action Required
By August 19, 2025: Billing team must review and implement the new CPCP044 Global Obstetrical/OB Maternity Services policy. Update billing procedures and coding practices for obstetrical services including initial OB visits, global OB packages, multiple births, and complications during the global OB period. Ensure all OB/GYN providers and billing staff are trained on the new coding guidance. Always verify eligibility and benefits through Availity Essentials prior to rendering services.
Plan Types
All Plans
States
TX
Specialties
ob-gyn