Who is affected by this change?

This affects Independence Blue Cross Ophthalmology providers on Medicare Advantage plans.

When does this change take effect?

This change is effective Mar 4, 2026.

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MA07.004j, Scanning Computerized Ophthalmic Diagnostic Imaging (SCODI)

Independence Blue Cross·Ophthalmology·Medical Policy

Effective date

Mar 4, 2026

We identified it

Jun 19, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

Medicare Advantage policy MA07.004j for Scanning Computerized Ophthalmic Diagnostic Imaging (SCODI) has been reissued and will take effect March 4, 2026. This is a policy update that affects ophthalmic diagnostic imaging procedures for Medicare Advantage plans.

Action Required

Action needed

By March 4, 2026: Review updated MA07.004j policy for SCODI procedures on IBX Medicare Advantage portal. Billing team should verify current coverage criteria and documentation requirements for computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging remain compliant with the reissued policy.

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