Anthem BCBS Reverses Anesthesia Coverage Limit Policy

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has reversed its decision to implement a policy that would tie payments to the duration of anesthesia, following widespread criticism and claims of misinformation. The policy, which was set to affect several states, was criticized by the American Society for Anesthesiologists as prioritizing profits over patient safety. Anthem clarified that it never intended to deny payments for necessary anesthesia services and has rescinded the proposed changes.