CommercialCoverageMedium impact
00.01.70b, Psychiatric Collaborative Care Management (CoCM) (Independence)
Independence Blue Cross·Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Independence Blue Cross has updated their medical policy for Psychiatric Collaborative Care Management (CoCM) services, effective January 1, 2026. This policy change affects commercial plan coverage for psychiatric collaborative care services and billing procedures.
Action Required
Before January 1, 2026: Billing team must review the complete policy document at the provided URL to understand specific changes to psychiatric collaborative care management billing requirements. Update billing procedures and staff training for CoCM services according to the new Independence Blue Cross guidelines.