When does this change take effect?

This change is effective Apr 2, 2025.

CommercialCoverageMedium impact

10.04.01m, Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Q: Who is affected by this change?

This affects Independence Blue Cross Pulmonology, Cardiology, PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab) providers on Commercial plans.

Independence Blue Cross·Pulmonology, Cardiology, PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab)·Medical Policy

Effective date

Apr 2, 2025

We identified it

Jun 19, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

The pulmonary rehabilitation medical policy (10.04.01m) has been reissued and will take effect April 2, 2025. This is a policy update for commercial insurance plans, though specific changes are not detailed in the summary provided.

Action Required

Action needed

By April 2, 2025: Billing team should review the full updated pulmonary rehabilitation policy at the provided URL to identify specific changes to coverage criteria, billing requirements, or documentation standards. Update billing procedures and staff training as needed based on the detailed policy content.

Related policy hubs

Independence Blue Cross policies Pulmonology Cardiology PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab)