When does this change take effect?

This change is effective Jul 9, 2025.

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CommercialCoverageMedium impact

11.08.14o, Removal of Breast Implants

Q: Who is affected by this change?

This affects Independence Blue Cross Plastic Surgery, General Surgery, OB-GYN providers on Commercial plans.

Independence Blue Cross·Plastic Surgery, General Surgery, OB-GYN·Medical Policy

Effective date

Jul 9, 2025

We identified it

Jun 19, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

The breast implant removal policy (11.08.14o) has been updated and will be reissued effective July 9, 2025. This is a commercial plan policy update that affects coverage and billing for breast implant removal procedures.

Action Required

Action needed

By July 9, 2025: Review the updated breast implant removal policy 11.08.14o for any changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines. Billing team should access the full policy at the provided URL to identify specific changes and update billing procedures accordingly.

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Independence Blue Cross policies Plastic Surgery General Surgery OB-GYN