New Clinical Practice Guidelines Now Available

The 2008–2009 Clinical Practice Guideline Summary is now available and replaces the 2007 version. The new summary includes a listing of all Independence Blue Cross (IBC) Clinical Practice Guidelines. These Clinical Practice Guidelines are considered the accepted minimum standard of care in the medical profession. Adherence to these guidelines may lead to improved patient outcomes.

Clinical Practice Guideline Summary

The Clinical Practice Guideline Summary includes a link to each guideline. To obtain a printed copy, please call the Provider Supply Line at 1-800-858-4728.

We update the guidelines annually based on changes made to nationally recognized sources. Changes are reviewed by internal and external consultants as appropriate, as well as by IBC quality committees, and then are incorporated into the guidelines. Our guidelines for 2008–2009 include the adoption of the Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care from the American Academy of Pediatrics and Bright Futures™, a national pediatric health care promotion and disease prevention initiative.

The guidelines are not a statement of benefits. Benefits may vary based on state requirements, product line (HMO, PPO, etc.), or employer group. Individual member coverage will need to be verified with us. If you have any questions or concerns regarding member coverage, or if you would like more information on specific benefits coverage, please contact Customer Service at 1-800-ASK-BLUE, prompt 2 for Provider Services.