CommercialBilling CodesMedium impact
07.02.21q, Ambulatory Electrocardiography (AECG) Monitoring and Mobile Cardiac Outpatient Telemetry (MCOT) Monitoring
Independence Blue Cross·Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
This is a medical coding update for Ambulatory Electrocardiography (AECG) Monitoring and Mobile Cardiac Outpatient Telemetry (MCOT) Monitoring services. The policy change affects billing procedures for cardiac monitoring devices and services effective January 1, 2025.
Action Required
By January 1, 2025: Billing team must review updated coding guidelines for ambulatory ECG monitoring and mobile cardiac telemetry services. Access the full policy at the provided URL to identify specific coding changes and update billing procedures accordingly. Ensure staff are trained on any new coding requirements for cardiac monitoring services.