CommercialCoverageMedium impact
11.06.06h, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)-Guided Focused Ultrasound Ablation
Independence Blue Cross·Radiology, Neurosurgery, Oncology +2 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Mar 4, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
The MRI-Guided Focused Ultrasound Ablation medical policy has been reissued with an effective date of March 4, 2026. This is a policy reissuance rather than a new policy change, affecting coverage criteria for this specialized imaging-guided treatment procedure.
Action Required
By March 4, 2026: Review updated MRI-Guided Focused Ultrasound Ablation policy 11.06.06h for any changes to coverage criteria or prior authorization requirements. Billing team should verify current procedures align with reissued policy guidelines and update any internal protocols if coverage criteria have changed.