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06.02.44r, Presumptive and Definitive Drug Testing in Substance Abuse and Pain Management Treatments
Independence Blue Cross·Pain Management, Psychiatry, Family Medicine +1 more·Pharmacy
Effective date
Jun 25, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Independence Blue Cross has reissued policy 06.02.44r regarding presumptive and definitive drug testing in substance abuse and pain management treatments. This is a commercial policy update with an effective date of June 25, 2025.
Action Required
Before June 25, 2025: Billing team should review the full policy document at the provided URL to understand specific changes to drug testing billing requirements for substance abuse and pain management patients. Update billing protocols and staff training as needed based on the detailed policy requirements.