CommercialCoverageMedium impact
11.08.14p, Removal of Breast Implants
Independence Blue Cross·Plastic Surgery, General Surgery·Medical Policy
Effective date
Oct 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
The breast implant removal policy (11.08.14p) has been updated for commercial insurance plans. This is a very recent policy change that may affect coverage criteria, billing requirements, or documentation standards for breast implant removal procedures.
Action Required
By October 1, 2025: Billing team must review the complete policy document at the provided URL to understand specific changes to breast implant removal coverage and billing requirements. Update billing procedures and prior authorization workflows as needed based on the full policy details.