Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA11.062c, Endovascular Stent Graft Repair of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms and Nonaneurysmal Lesions
Independence Blue Cross·Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Radiology·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jul 9, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Policy MA11.062c regarding endovascular stent graft repair of thoracic aortic aneurysms and nonaneurysmal lesions was reissued effective July 9, 2025. This is a recent policy update (1 month old) that the billing team must review for any changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines for thoracic aortic procedures.
Action Required
By July 9, 2025: Billing and clinical teams must obtain and review the complete full-text policy from the provided URL (https://medpolicy.ibx.com/ibc/ma/Pages/Site-Activity-View.aspx?FilterField1=MPSiteActivityLogMonth&FilterValue1=07&FilterField2=MPSiteActivityLogYear&FilterValue2=2025#medicare-advantage-ma11-062c-endovascular-stent-graft-repair). Determine if prior authorization is required for endovascular stent graft repairs, identify covered indications for thoracic aortic aneurysms and nonaneurysmal lesions, and update billing workflows and encounter forms accordingly. Ensure providers are educated on any new documentation requirements. This policy applies to Medicare Advantage plans only, so verify member plan type before applying these requirements.