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Now in effect: Updated policy on power wheelchairs, vehicles, and devices

July 18, 2022

​Effective July 18, 2022, Independence Blue Cross and Independence Administrators have updated the medical policies on Power Wheelchairs (PWCs), Power-Operated Vehicles (POVs), and Push-Rim-Activated Power-Assist Devices for its Commercial and Medicare Advantage Members.

Face-to-face requirement language has been added for HCPCS code E0986.

For detailed information, please refer to the following medical policies:


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