Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA11.088c, Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgical Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
Independence Blue Cross·Orthopedics, General Surgery·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jul 9, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA11.088c for computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedures has been reissued and will take effect July 9, 2025. This policy update affects coverage and billing requirements for orthopedic navigation systems used during surgery.
Action Required
Before July 9, 2025: Billing team should review the complete policy MA11.088c when available to understand updated coverage criteria and documentation requirements for computer-assisted orthopedic surgical navigation procedures. Monitor for the full policy release and update billing protocols accordingly for Medicare Advantage plans.