Medicare AdvantageBilling CodesMedium impact
MA07.009j, Routine Foot Care for Certain Medical Conditions
Independence Blue Cross·Podiatry, General Practice, Family Medicine +3 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Oct 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Independence Blue Cross MA07.009j updates ICD-10 diagnosis codes for routine foot care coverage effective 10/01/2025. Multiple sclerosis (G35) was recoded with more specific subtypes added to Attachment C, and Type 2 diabetes in remission (E11.A) was added to Attachment B. Billing teams must update diagnosis code lists in their systems to ensure claims are submitted with the correct updated codes for routine foot care services.
Action Required
By October 1, 2025: Billing team must update diagnosis code references in billing software and encounter forms for routine foot care claims. REMOVE G35 (Multiple sclerosis, nonspecific) from Attachment C eligibility lists. ADD the following ICD-10 codes to appropriate attachment categories: E11.A (Type 2 diabetes in remission) to Attachment B, and G35.A, G35.B0, G35.B1, G35.B2, G35.C0, G35.C1, G35.C2, and G35.D (specific MS subtypes) to Attachment C. Update any internal policies, provider education materials, and pre-authorization workflows that reference the old G35 coding. Providers must document which specific multiple sclerosis subtype when submitting routine foot care claims for MS patients, as non-specific G35 coding is no longer eligible. Failure to use updated codes will result in claim denials or delays.