Policy Updates Reimbursement PoliciesCommercialMay 1, 2019

Update: Drug Screen Testing - Professional*

Beginning with dates of service on or after April 28, 2019, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Anthem) policy language will be updated to allow the lower level definitive code drug testing of 1-7 drug class(es) (G0480) on the same day as presumptive services. Additionally, the definitive drug testing related coding section was expanded for clarification. More information about this new policy is available on anthem.com. To view Anthem’s professional reimbursement policies at anthem.com, select your state: Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin.


* Notice of Prior Authorization or Material Adverse Change