CommercialCoverageHigh impact
11.03.02v, Bariatric Surgery
Independence Blue Cross·General Surgery, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology·Medical Policy
Effective date
Feb 24, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Independence Blue Cross has updated their bariatric surgery medical policy (11.03.02v) with changes to coverage criteria, reimbursement positions, medical necessity requirements, and medical coding guidelines. This policy affects billing for weight loss surgical procedures.
Action Required
By February 24, 2025: Billing team must review and update bariatric surgery billing procedures according to the new policy guidelines. Update prior authorization requirements, medical necessity documentation, and coding practices for bariatric procedures. Access the full policy at the IBX medical policy portal to understand specific changes to coverage criteria and reimbursement positions.