Medicare AdvantageBilling CodesMedium impact
MA00.026x, Bundled Procedure Codes
Independence Blue Cross·Medical Policy
Effective date
Dec 31, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage has updated their bundled procedure codes policy, affecting how certain procedures should be coded and reimbursed. This change impacts medical coding practices and coverage/reimbursement positions for bundled services.
Action Required
Before December 31, 2025: Billing team must review and update coding practices for bundled procedures per Medicare Advantage requirements. Access the full policy details at the source URL to identify specific bundled code combinations and update billing system rules accordingly. Verify current bundled procedure coding is compliant with new MA guidelines.