Who is affected by this change?

This affects Independence Blue Cross Neurology, Psychiatry, Pain Management providers on Medicare Advantage plans.

When does this change take effect?

This change is effective Dec 19, 2025.

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MA05.066d, Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation

Independence Blue Cross·Neurology, Psychiatry, Pain Management·Medical Policy

Effective date

Dec 19, 2025

We identified it

Jun 19, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

Medicare Advantage policy MA05.066d for Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation has been reissued with an effective date of December 19, 2025. This is a policy update that may affect coverage criteria or billing requirements for cranial electrotherapy stimulation devices and procedures.

Action Required

Action needed

By December 19, 2025: Billing team should review the full policy document at the provided URL to identify any changes to coverage criteria, documentation requirements, or billing procedures for cranial electrotherapy stimulation. Update billing protocols and provider documentation requirements as specified in the complete policy.

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