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MA05.050b, Eye Prostheses and Scleral Cover Shell
Independence Blue Cross·Ophthalmology·Medical Policy
Effective date
Feb 10, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA05.050b for eye prostheses and scleral cover shells has been updated with general description, guidelines, or informational changes. This is a very recent policy update that may affect billing procedures for ocular prosthetic devices.
Action Required
By February 10, 2025: Billing team should review the updated MA05.050b policy for eye prostheses and scleral cover shells on the IBX medical policy website to understand any changes to coverage guidelines, billing requirements, or documentation needs for Medicare Advantage patients requiring ocular prosthetics.