Independence Blue Cross
Upcoming changes to Independence Plans
Applied behavior analysis (ABA) services
Submit all requests to Magellan up through and including March 31, 2026. For ABA requests on and after April 1, 2026, contact IBC at the number on the member’s benefits ID card.
All other behavioral health services
Call the number on the member’s benefits ID card to contact the managing health plan.
Medical necessity criteria/medical policy
- ABA Magellan Healthcare Guidelines (PDF)
- ABA Preauthorization requirements for Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania Commercial (PDF)
ABA prior authorization requests
Complete the appropriate form and fax it to Magellan.
- For autism-related forms, including prior authorization, sign in to this website. From the Resources section, select State & Plan Information, then choose Autism-Specific Information to access:
- ABA Initial Authorization
- ABA Treatment Plan/Concurrent Review
- Submit completed ABA forms via fax to 1-888-656-4925
- For questions about ABA authorization, you may contact Magellan at 1-800-688-1911.
- For technical issues with this website, chat with us or call 1-800-788-4005.
Peer-to-peer consultations
To request a peer-to-peer consultation, contact Magellan’s ABA Utilization Management Support Team at 1-800-741-2304, option 3, then option 2.