CommercialCoverageMedium impact
09.00.49o, Proton Beam Radiation Therapy (Independence Administrators)
Independence Blue Cross·Oncology, Radiology·Medical Policy
Effective date
Mar 4, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Independence Administrators has reissued their proton beam radiation therapy medical policy (09.00.49o) with an effective date of March 4, 2026. This is a policy reissuance that may contain updated coverage criteria or requirements for proton beam radiation therapy services.
Action Required
Before March 4, 2026: Billing team should review the updated proton beam radiation therapy policy at the provided URL to identify any changes in coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or documentation standards. Update billing procedures and provider workflows accordingly for any proton beam therapy cases.