​​Effective April 1, 2026, all Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for Independence Blue Cross (IBX) and Independence Administrators members are managed by the IBX Care Management team instead of Magellan Healthcare, Inc. (Magellan).

No action is needed for authorizations issued by Magellan prior to April 1, 2026. If a subsequent review is needed, the new request should be submitted using the ABA prior authorization form listed below.

For all requests with a date of service on or after April 1, 2026, providers must use the ABA prior authorization form listed below.

What's new for ABA providers?

• For new requests on or after April 1, 2026, you must use the ABA prior authorization forms (find them under “Forms for providers") to submit requests.

• Fax the completed form and all supporting documents to 215-238-2500.

• For questions, contact the Autism Case Management team:
• Independence Blue Cross: 1-800-688-1911
• Independence Administrators: 1-800-778-2119

Note: The Provider Manual will be updated to reflect this change and will provide additional information about ABA services.

Magellan Healthcare, Inc. (Magellan) is an independent managed care behavioral health care company.

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