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HumanaMedicare Advantage · Coverage · Medicare Advantage · Wound Care, Plastic Surgery, General Surgery +1 moreMedium impact

RECELL Autologous Cell Harvesting Device - Medicare Advantage (New)

Effective date
Feb 2, 2026
Identified
Jun 24, 2026

Summary

Humana Medicare Advantage has established a new policy stating that RECELL Autologous Cell Harvesting Device procedures will not be considered medically reasonable and necessary, meaning claims will be denied. This affects wound care and burn treatment procedures using the RECELL device system.

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What to do

Action · 3 steps
01Before February 2, 2026: Billing team must update system to flag HCPCS codes C8002 and C1832 as non-covered for Humana Medicare Advantage plans.
02Update encounter forms to alert providers that RECELL device procedures are not covered.
03Verify alternative treatment options are available and billable for wound care patients.

Codes mentioned

C8002C1832

Original notice

RECELL Autologous Cell Harvesting Device - Medicare Advantage (New)
mcp.humana.com · Always check the source before changing claims.
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