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11.03.17, Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) Procedures

Independence Blue Cross·Gastroenterology·Medical Policy
Effective date
Sep 18, 2024
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

The policy for Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) procedures has been reissued with updates effective September 18, 2024. This is a recent commercial policy update that may affect coverage criteria or billing requirements for this specialized gastroenterology procedure used to treat swallowing disorders.

Action Required

Action needed
By January 15, 2025: Billing team should review the updated POEM procedure policy on the IBX portal to identify any changes in coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or documentation standards. Gastroenterology providers should be notified of any updated requirements for billing POEM procedures to commercial plans.

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