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[California] Clinical Criteria updates (July 2026 Newsletter)
Anthem BCBS·CA·Provider Bulletin
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Jun 30, 2026
Summary
This is a July 2026 newsletter announcing clinical criteria updates from Anthem Blue Cross for California. Multiple effective dates are referenced (July 12, 2026 and October 1, 2026) across Medicare Advantage and Medicaid plans, but the actual policy details and specific clinical criteria changes are not included in the provided document excerpt.
Action Required
Before July 12, 2026 and October 1, 2026: Billing team must access the full policy details through the provided Anthem provider portal link (https://providernews.anthem.com/california/articles/clinical-criteria-updates-july-2026-newsletter-30901) to identify specific clinical criteria changes, affected procedures, and any updates to prior authorization requirements or coverage policies. Document all changes in your billing system and communicate updates to clinical staff and providers. Failure to implement changes by the effective dates may result in claim denials or improper billing.