CommercialCoverageMedium impact
05.00.42i, Patient Lifts
Independence Blue Cross·PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy +2 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Apr 2, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
IBX Commercial insurance has reissued policy 05.00.42i covering Patient Lifts with an effective date of April 2, 2025. This is a policy update that may contain changes to coverage criteria, billing requirements, or documentation standards for patient lift equipment.
Action Required
By April 2, 2025: Billing team must review the complete IBX Commercial Patient Lifts policy 05.00.42i at the provided URL to identify specific changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing procedures. Update billing workflows and encounter forms as needed based on policy content. Notify providers of any new documentation requirements for patient lift orders.