Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA05.012c, Orthopedic Footwear
Independence Blue Cross·Orthopedics, Podiatry, PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab)·Medical Policy
Effective date
Apr 2, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage has reissued policy MA05.012c for Orthopedic Footwear with an effective date of April 2, 2025. This is a policy reissue rather than new content, but the billing team should review for any updates to coverage criteria or billing requirements for orthopedic footwear claims.
Action Required
By April 2, 2025: Billing team must review the updated MA05.012c Orthopedic Footwear policy at the provided URL to identify any changes to coverage criteria, documentation requirements, or billing procedures. Update any relevant billing system rules and inform providers of any new requirements for orthopedic footwear claims.