Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA11.080c, Mentoplasty or Genioplasty
Independence Blue Cross·Plastic Surgery, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)·Medical Policy
Effective date
Mar 4, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA11.080c for Mentoplasty or Genioplasty procedures has been reissued with an effective date of March 4, 2026. This is a fresh policy update that may contain changes to coverage criteria, billing requirements, or documentation standards for chin/jaw surgical procedures.
Action Required
By March 4, 2026: Billing team must review the complete MA11.080c policy document for mentoplasty and genioplasty procedures to identify any changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or documentation standards. Update billing workflows and provider guidelines accordingly for Medicare Advantage plans.