Who is affected by this change?

This affects Independence Blue Cross Neurology, Neurosurgery, Epilepsy providers on Commercial plans.

When does this change take effect?

This change is effective Jan 6, 2025.

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CommercialBilling CodesMedium impact

11.15.16w, Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS)

Independence Blue Cross·Neurology, Neurosurgery, Epilepsy·Medical Policy

Effective date

Jan 6, 2025

We identified it

Jun 19, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

The Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) medical policy has been updated with medical coding changes effective January 6, 2025. This is a fresh commercial policy update that may affect billing procedures and code usage for VNS-related services.

Action Required

Action needed

By January 6, 2025: Billing team must review the updated VNS policy at the provided URL to identify specific coding changes and update billing procedures accordingly. Access the full policy document to determine exact code modifications and documentation requirements for Vagus Nerve Stimulation procedures.

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