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Independence now covers digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), also known as
3D mammography, as a preventive benefit for our commercial members*. DBT is now
covered in the same manner as traditional two-dimensional mammography. This
coverage is for dates of service on or after October 5, 2015. Our claims system
has recently been updated to reflect this new coverage.
Policy updates
For more information about our coverage of DBT for our commercial members,
refer to the Medical Policy #09.00.52d: Digital Breast Tomosynthesis, available
on our Medical Policy
Portal. Select Accept and Go to Medical Policy Online, then select
the Commercial tab from the top of the page. You can then type the
policy name or number in the Search field.
You can also view policy information through the NaviNet® web
portal by selecting the Reference Tools transaction, then Medical
Policy.
*Coverage depends on specific benefit plan terms,
conditions, limitations, and exclusions. Individual benefits must be
verified.
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independent company.
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