CommercialCoverageMedium impact
11.02.10p, Endovascular Grafts for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAA), Aorto-Iliac Aneurysms, and Infrarenal Aortic Aneurysms
Independence Blue Cross·Vascular Surgery, Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jun 10, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Insurance policy 11.02.10p for Endovascular Grafts for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAA), Aorto-Iliac Aneurysms, and Infrarenal Aortic Aneurysms has been reissued with an effective date of June 10, 2026. This is a policy reissue that may contain updated coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines for endovascular graft procedures.
Action Required
By June 10, 2026: Billing team must review the full updated policy text at the provided URL to identify specific changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines for endovascular graft procedures. Update billing system rules and provider documentation requirements as specified in the complete policy. Ensure vascular surgery and interventional cardiology teams are notified of any changes to AAA treatment coverage.