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[Georgia] Updates to Carelon Medical Benefits Management Clinical Appropriateness Guidelines effective

Anthem BCBS·GA · Radiology, Cardiology, Orthopedics +3 more·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Sep 19, 2026
We identified it
Jun 13, 2026
Days to comply
92 days

Summary

Carelon Medical Benefits Management updated clinical appropriateness guidelines for radiology, vascular imaging, and cardiology services effective September 19, 2026. Changes include expanded allowances for certain imaging procedures, modified prior authorization requirements, and updated surveillance intervals for various conditions.

Action Required

Before Sep 19, 2026
By September 19, 2026: Billing team must review and update prior authorization workflows for radiology, vascular imaging, and cardiology procedures. Update billing system rules to reflect new expanded allowances for CT cerebral perfusion, meniscal tear imaging, knee arthroplasty imaging, spinal imaging, vascular ultrasound, and cardiac imaging procedures. Train staff on modified documentation requirements for osteomyelitis management, TFCC instability, and various cardiac conditions. Review encounter forms to ensure alignment with updated clinical appropriateness guidelines.