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[California] Updates to Carelon Medical Benefits Management, Inc. Clinical Appropriateness Guidelines

Anthem BCBS·CA·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
May 3, 2026
Days to comply

Summary

Carelon Medical Benefits Management has updated their clinical appropriateness guidelines for Anthem California plans. This affects medical necessity determinations and prior authorization requirements for various services managed by Carelon.

Action Required

Action needed
Immediately: Review the updated Carelon Medical Benefits Management clinical guidelines at the provided URL. Billing and clinical staff should familiarize themselves with revised medical necessity criteria and prior authorization requirements. Update internal protocols to align with new guidelines to prevent claim denials.