CommercialCoverageMedium impact
12.01.03b, Cosmetic Procedures
Independence Blue Cross·Plastic Surgery, Dermatology, Ophthalmology +2 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Feb 20, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
The cosmetic procedures policy (12.01.03b) has been reissued with changes that will take effect February 20, 2025. This is a commercial insurance policy update that may affect coverage criteria or billing requirements for cosmetic procedures.
Action Required
Before February 20, 2025: Billing team must review the updated cosmetic procedures policy at the provided URL to identify specific changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines. Update billing protocols and inform providers of any new documentation or approval requirements for cosmetic procedures.