CommercialBilling CodesMedium impact
11.02.27n, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention, Coronary Angiography and Arterial Ultrasound (Independence)
Independence Blue Cross·Cardiology, Vascular Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery +1 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Apr 6, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Independence Blue Cross has updated their medical coding policy for Percutaneous Coronary Intervention, Coronary Angiography and Arterial Ultrasound procedures. This is a medical coding policy change that will affect billing for cardiac intervention procedures.
Action Required
Before April 6, 2026: Billing team must review the updated medical coding policy 11.02.27n at the Independence Blue Cross website to understand any changes to coding requirements for percutaneous coronary intervention, coronary angiography, and arterial ultrasound procedures. Update billing software and encounter forms accordingly to ensure compliance with new coding guidelines.