Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA11.070e, Lipectomy and Liposuction
Independence Blue Cross·Plastic Surgery, General Surgery·Medical Policy
Effective date
Oct 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage has updated policy MA11.070e covering lipectomy and liposuction procedures, effective October 1, 2025. This policy change may affect coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines for cosmetic and reconstructive body contouring procedures.
Action Required
By October 1, 2025: Billing team must review updated MA11.070e policy for lipectomy and liposuction procedures at the source URL. Update prior authorization workflows and coverage verification processes for Medicare Advantage patients seeking these procedures. Ensure staff understand new coverage criteria to prevent claim denials.