Updated Preventive Coverage for Colorectal Cancer Screening to add SimpleScreen™ CRC for Medicare Advantage Members (Effective July 24, 2026)

By July 24, 2026: Billing team must verify SimpleScreen™ CRC coverage status in all Medicare Advantage plan billing systems and update claim submission protocols. Obtain the specific CPT/HCPCS code for SimpleScreen™ CRC from the full policy document (not provided in this summary) and add to MA plan coverage lists. Update encounter forms and provider education materials to inform providers that SimpleScreen™ CRC is now a covered preventive service for MA members. Confirm whether prior authorization is required. Failure to update billing rules may result in incorrect claim denials or improper denials of covered services.