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MA08.072o, Bevacizumab (Avastin®) and Related Biosimilars For Oncologic Use

Independence Blue Cross·Oncology·Pharmacy
Effective date
Nov 26, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Days to comply

Summary

Policy MA08.072o for Bevacizumab (Avastin®) and related biosimilars for oncologic use has been reissued effective 11/26/2025. The billing team must review this reissued policy to identify any changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidance for bevacizumab and its biosimilar alternatives in Medicare Advantage plans.

Action Required

Action needed
By 11/26/2025: Billing and clinical teams must obtain and review the full text of policy MA08.072o from the provided source URL to identify specific coverage requirements, prior authorization mandates, and billing code updates for bevacizumab and related biosimilars. Update billing system rules, prior authorization workflows, and provider documentation templates as needed based on policy content. Communicate any changes to oncology providers and front-desk staff. Failure to implement required prior authorizations may result in claim denials for bevacizumab administrations.