Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA00.003ae, Preventive Care Services
Independence Blue Cross·Medical Policy
Effective date
Oct 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage has updated their preventive care services policy MA00.003ae, affecting coverage positions, reimbursement rates, and medical coding guidelines. This policy change includes updates to general descriptions and informational guidelines for preventive services billing.
Action Required
Before October 1, 2025: Billing team must review the full policy details at the provided URL to identify specific changes to preventive care coverage, coding, and reimbursement. Update billing system settings, encounter forms, and staff training materials based on the detailed policy requirements. Verify all preventive care billing procedures align with new Medicare Advantage guidelines.