Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA05.045f, Compression Garments
Independence Blue Cross·Orthopedics, PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Vascular Surgery +3 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Apr 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage has updated their compression garments policy MA05.045f with an effective date of April 1, 2025. This policy change affects coverage, billing, or documentation requirements for compression garments and related medical devices.
Action Required
By April 1, 2025: Billing team must review the complete MA05.045f compression garments policy at the source URL to identify specific changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing procedures. Update billing system and encounter forms based on the detailed policy requirements. Contact Medicare Advantage plans directly for clarification if needed.