Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA07.001c, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Independence Blue Cross·Wound Care, Critical Care, General Surgery·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jul 8, 2026
We identified it
Jul 9, 2026
Summary
Policy MA07.001c regarding Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy has been reissued for Medicare Advantage plans effective 07/08/2026. Without access to the full policy content, the specific billing, coverage, or authorization changes cannot be determined. The billing team must retrieve and review the complete policy document to identify affected codes, coverage criteria, and any prior authorization requirements.
Action Required
By 07/08/2026: Billing team must access the complete policy text at https://medpolicy.ibx.com/ibc/ma/Pages/Site-Activity-View.aspx?FilterField1=MPSiteActivityLogMonth&FilterValue1=07&FilterField2=MPSiteActivityLogYear&FilterValue2=2026 to identify: (1) specific HCPCS codes for hyperbaric oxygen therapy services affected by this reissue, (2) any new or modified prior authorization requirements, (3) coverage limitations or medical necessity criteria, and (4) any documentation requirements. Update billing software, prior authorization workflows, and provider encounter forms accordingly. Claims submitted without compliance to updated policy requirements will be denied by the Medicare Advantage plan.