Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA07.034, Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT)
Independence Blue Cross·Neurosurgery, Oncology, Neurology·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
A new Medicare Advantage policy MA07.034 covering Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT) will take effect January 1, 2026. This establishes coverage criteria and billing guidelines for LITT procedures under Medicare Advantage plans.
Action Required
Before January 1, 2026: Billing team must review the full policy MA07.034 at the source URL to understand coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, and billing guidelines for Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT). Update billing workflows and staff training accordingly once detailed policy content is available.