Medicare AdvantageAdministrativeLow impact
MA07.029e, Refractive Lenses
Independence Blue Cross·Ophthalmology, Optometry·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 8, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
The Medicare Advantage policy MA07.029e for Refractive Lenses has been reissued effective January 8, 2025. This is a reissue of an existing policy rather than a new policy change, but billing teams should verify current coverage criteria and documentation requirements for refractive lens services under Medicare Advantage plans.
Action Required
By January 15, 2025: Billing team should review the updated MA07.029e Refractive Lenses policy at the provided URL to confirm current coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, and documentation standards for refractive lens services. Update billing procedures if any changes are identified from the previous version.