CommercialCoverageMedium impact
New policies
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Neurology, Orthopedics +1 more·Physician / Facility
Effective date
Jul 1, 2021
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Rhode Island has created a new medical policy for Powered Exoskeleton for Ambulation in Patients with Lower-Limb Disabilities, effective July 1, 2021. This establishes coverage criteria for powered exoskeleton devices used to help patients with lower limb disabilities walk.
Action Required
Billing team should review the full policy text at bcbsri.com under Medical Policy heading to understand coverage criteria, documentation requirements, and billing procedures for powered exoskeleton devices for lower-limb disability patients.