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Linvoseltamab-gcpt (Lynozyfic) (CPB 1089, reviewed 2026-10-14)
Aetna·Oncology, Hematology·Medical Policy
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Oct 19, 2026
Summary
Aetna's Clinical Policy Bulletin 1089 (reviewed 2026-10-14) establishes coverage criteria for linvoseltamab-gcpt (Lynozyfic), a new bispecific T-cell engager for relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma and plasma cell-related disorders. The policy requires precertification for all covered indications and specifies billing codes (J9601, CPT 96413-96415) and eligible diagnoses (C90.00, C90.02, D47.2, D47.Z9). Billing teams must implement precertification workflows and code validation before claims submission.
Action Required
Billing team must implement the following precertification and coding workflow for linvoseltamab-gcpt (Lynozyfic): (1) Require precertification of all linvoseltamab-gcpt claims for Aetna commercial plan members via phone (866) 752-7021 or fax (888) 267-3277 before authorization, using Statement of Medical Necessity (SMN) forms available from Specialty Pharmacy Precertification; (2) Validate claims against Criteria for Initial Approval: multiple myeloma patients must have received at least four prior therapies including proteasome inhibitor, immunomodulatory agent, and anti-CD38 monoclonal antibody, OR diagnosis of POEMS syndrome, plasma cell-related MIDD, or plasma cell-related MGRS as single-agent treatment; (3) Ensure diagnostic codes match covered indications (C90.00, C90.02, D47.2, D47.Z9); (4) Use HCPCS code J9601 for linvoseltamab-gcpt and CPT codes 96413-96415 for chemotherapy administration; (5) Verify continuation of therapy reauthorization requires evidence of response without unacceptable toxicity or disease progression; (6) Flag and deny claims lacking precertification or failing to meet clinical criteria, as non-precertified claims will not be paid. This policy applies to all Aetna participating providers and members in applicable plan designs.