Medicare AdvantageBilling CodesLow impact
MA11.052f, Ablation of Lung Tumors
Independence Blue Cross·Pulmonology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Oncology +2 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Independence Blue Cross has reissued MA11.052f with minor updates effective 01/01/2026, including a CPT code narrative revision for 0600T and termination of HCPCS code C9751. The policy maintains existing coverage criteria for radiofrequency ablation, cryosurgical ablation, and microwave ablation of lung tumors, with no substantive changes to medical necessity requirements or billing guidance.
Action Required
By 12/31/2025: Billing team must verify that CPT code 0600T has been updated in the billing system per the policy revision. Confirm that HCPCS code C9751 has been removed or marked as terminated in all billing software and fee schedules to prevent claim rejections. No changes are required to coverage criteria or prior authorization workflows, as this is a reissuance of existing policy. Verify that all ablation procedure codes (31641, 32994, 32998) remain active and properly configured for Medicare Advantage members. Document the policy update in compliance files.