CommercialCoverageMedium impact
11.05.16l, Aqueous Shunts, Microstents, Viscocanalostomy, and Canaloplasty for the Treatment of Glaucoma
Independence Blue Cross·Ophthalmology·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jul 9, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
This is a reissued medical policy for glaucoma treatments including aqueous shunts, microstents, viscocanalostomy, and canaloplasty. The policy has been updated for commercial plans with an effective date of July 9, 2025.
Action Required
By July 9, 2025: Billing team should review the full policy document at the provided URL to identify specific changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines for glaucoma procedures including aqueous shunts, microstents, viscocanalostomy, and canaloplasty. Update billing workflows and provider documentation requirements as specified in the complete policy.