Who is affected by this change?

This affects Independence Blue Cross Urology providers on Commercial plans.

When does this change take effect?

This change is effective Jul 28, 2025.

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11.17.06v, Surgical and Minimally Invasive Treatments for Urinary Outlet Obstruction due to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Independence Blue Cross·Urology·Medical Policy

Effective date

Jul 28, 2025

We identified it

Jun 19, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

Medical necessity criteria for surgical and minimally invasive treatments for urinary outlet obstruction due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) have been updated. This policy change affects urology procedures and billing requirements for BPH treatments.

Action Required

Action needed

Before July 28, 2025: Billing team and providers must review updated medical necessity criteria for BPH surgical treatments. Update documentation requirements in EMR templates to ensure compliance with new criteria. Verify pre-authorization requirements align with updated policy to prevent claim denials.

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