CommercialCoverageMedium impact
07.03.14s, Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring (INM)
Independence Blue Cross·Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Cardiothoracic Surgery +2 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Sep 22, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Independence Blue Cross updated their medical policy for Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring (INM) with changes to medical necessity criteria and medical coding requirements. This affects how INM services must be documented and billed for commercial plans.
Action Required
Before September 22, 2025: Review updated medical necessity criteria for Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring services. Update billing procedures and documentation requirements per new policy guidelines. Ensure coders are aware of any coding changes for INM services to prevent claim denials.