Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA00.036l, Telehealth Services
Independence Blue Cross·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage has updated their telehealth services policy MA00.036l, effective January 1, 2026. This policy update affects billing and coverage requirements for telehealth visits under Medicare Advantage plans.
Action Required
By January 1, 2026: Billing team must review the complete policy at the provided URL to understand specific changes to Medicare Advantage telehealth billing requirements. Update billing procedures, documentation requirements, and staff training for telehealth services according to the new policy guidelines.