Medicare Advantage Medical Policy Updates
Effective March 1, 2026
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska is proud to work with our provider network to serve your patients, our members. We are updating several medical policies. Please review the changes and effective dates outlined here:
Alert
This policy is no longer being implemented:
Medical Policy Number: M.40
Medical Policy Name: Outpatient Physical Medicine
Effective Date: 03/01/2026
Preauthorization Required: Outpatient Physical Medicine will require prior authorization after 12 visits. (This excludes when provided inpatient, in skilled nursing facility or in the home setting.)