CommercialCoverageMedium impact
05.00.37i, Compression Garments
Independence Blue Cross·Orthopedics, PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Wound Care +3 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Apr 2, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
The Compression Garments policy (05.00.37i) has been reissued for Commercial plans, effective April 2, 2025. This is a policy update that affects billing and coverage for compression garments under commercial insurance plans.
Action Required
By April 2, 2025: Billing team must review the updated Compression Garments policy at the provided URL to identify any changes in coverage criteria, billing requirements, or documentation needs for compression garment claims under commercial plans. Update billing procedures and encounter forms accordingly based on the new policy requirements.