When does this change take effect?

This change is effective May 27, 2026.

CommercialAdministrativeLow impact

05.00.12j, Manual Wheelchairs

Q: Who is affected by this change?

This affects Independence Blue Cross PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Orthopedics, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Neurology providers on Commercial plans.

Independence Blue Cross·PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Orthopedics, Family Medicine +2 more·Medical Policy

Effective date

May 27, 2026

We identified it

Jun 19, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

The manual wheelchairs policy (05.00.12j) has been reissued for commercial plans with an effective date of May 27, 2026. This appears to be a routine policy reissuance rather than a substantive change to coverage or billing requirements.

Action Required

Action needed

By May 27, 2026: Review updated manual wheelchair policy 05.00.12j for any changes to coverage criteria or documentation requirements. Monitor for detailed policy content once published to identify specific billing or authorization changes.

Related policy hubs

Independence Blue Cross policies PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab)Orthopedics Family Medicine Internal Medicine Neurology