When does this change take effect?

This change is effective Jun 10, 2026.

Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact

MA11.062d, Endovascular Stent Graft Repair of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms and Nonaneurysmal Lesions

Q: Who is affected by this change?

This affects Independence Blue Cross Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Cardiology providers on Medicare Advantage plans.

Independence Blue Cross·Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Cardiology·Medical Policy

Effective date

Jun 10, 2026

We identified it

Jun 19, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

Medicare Advantage policy MA11.062d regarding endovascular stent graft repair of thoracic aortic aneurysms and nonaneurysmal lesions has been reissued and will become effective June 10, 2026. This is a policy update that may affect coverage criteria or billing requirements for thoracic endovascular procedures.

Action Required

Action needed

By June 10, 2026: Billing team must review the complete policy MA11.062d for endovascular stent graft repair of thoracic aortic procedures at the provided URL to understand any changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or documentation needs. Update billing workflows and provider notifications accordingly based on the full policy details.

Related policy hubs

Independence Blue Cross policies Cardiothoracic Surgery Vascular Surgery Cardiology