Medicare AdvantageAdministrativeLow impact
MA05.029d, Heating Pads and Heat Lamps
Independence Blue Cross·PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Pain Management, Orthopedics +3 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Mar 4, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA05.029d for heating pads and heat lamps has been reissued with an effective date of March 4, 2026. This appears to be a policy reissue rather than a substantive change, but billing teams should review the updated policy details when they become available.
Action Required
By March 4, 2026: Billing team should review the full updated policy MA05.029d for heating pads and heat lamps to identify any changes in coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines. Monitor the source URL for detailed policy content as only summary information is currently available.