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11.14.13h, Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) for Musculoskeletal Conditions
Independence Blue Cross·Orthopedics, PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Sports Medicine +1 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Mar 4, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
A commercial insurance policy regarding Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) for musculoskeletal conditions has been reissued with an effective date of March 4, 2026. This appears to be a policy reissuance rather than a substantive change, but billing teams should review the updated policy content when it becomes available.
Action Required
By March 4, 2026: Billing team should review the updated ESWT policy once full content is available to identify any changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines for extracorporeal shock wave therapy procedures.