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Anthem BCBSCommercial · Billing Codes · Coding · NY · OB-GYNHigh impact

[New York] Reimbursement policy update: Maternity Services coding changes (October 2026 Newsletter)

Act
by Dec 31, 2026
Effective date
Jan 1, 2027
Identified
Oct 2, 2026

Summary

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (New York) has issued a maternity services coding changes policy effective January 1, 2027. However, the provided policy content does not include the specific coding changes, affected CPT/HCPCS codes, or implementation details. The billing team must obtain the full policy document from the source URL to understand what codes are affected and how to implement the changes.

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What to do

by Dec 31, 2026 · 3 steps
01Billing team must obtain the complete policy details from https://providernews.anthem.com/new-york/articles/reimbursement-policy-update-maternity-services-coding-change-32600 or contact Anthem directly at 855-355-5777.
02Once the specific coding changes are identified, update billing software, encounter forms, and provider documentation templates accordingly.
03Ensure all staff billing maternity services understand the new coding requirements before January 1, 2027.
If missed: Failure to implement correct coding by the effective date will result in claim denials for maternity services submitted to Anthem Commercial and Medicaid plans in New York.

Original notice

[New York] Reimbursement policy update: Maternity Services coding changes (October 2026 Newsletter)
providernews.anthem.com · Always check the source before changing claims.
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