Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA11.062c, Endovascular Stent Graft Repair of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms and Nonaneurysmal Lesions
Independence Blue Cross·Vascular Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiology·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA11.062c for endovascular stent graft repair of thoracic aortic aneurysms has been updated with changes to medical necessity criteria, coding guidelines, and general policy information. This affects billing and coverage requirements for thoracic aortic procedures under Medicare Advantage plans.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must review the updated MA11.062c policy at the provided URL to identify specific changes to medical necessity criteria and coding requirements for thoracic aortic aneurysm procedures. Update prior authorization workflows and billing system rules for Medicare Advantage plans. Inform vascular surgery and cardiothoracic providers of any new documentation requirements.