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11.02.27j, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention, Coronary Angiography and Arterial Ultrasound (Independence)
Independence Blue Cross·Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Independence Blue Cross updated their medical policy for Percutaneous Coronary Intervention, Coronary Angiography and Arterial Ultrasound procedures effective January 1, 2025. The policy was posted and removed on the same day (01/14/2025), indicating a rapid update to coverage criteria for these cardiac procedures.
Action Required
Immediately: Access the Independence Blue Cross medical policy portal at the provided URL to review the updated coverage criteria for coronary intervention and angiography procedures. Billing team must verify current prior authorization requirements and coverage guidelines for these cardiac procedures. Update billing workflows and staff training materials to reflect any new requirements before processing claims for these services.