Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA11.109a, Procedures for the Treatment of Acne
Independence Blue Cross·Dermatology, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine +1 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Mar 4, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA11.109a for acne treatment procedures has been reissued with an effective date of March 4, 2026. This is a policy reissue rather than new content, but the billing team should review for any updated requirements or coverage changes for acne-related procedures.
Action Required
By March 4, 2026: Billing team must review the full policy MA11.109a on the IBX website to identify any changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines for acne treatment procedures. Update billing workflows and provider documentation requirements as needed based on policy review.