Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA07.048a, Instrument-Based Vision Screening
Independence Blue Cross·Ophthalmology, Optometry, Family Medicine +2 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jun 10, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA07.048a for Instrument-Based Vision Screening has been reissued and will take effect on June 10, 2026. This is a policy update that may affect coverage or billing requirements for automated vision screening procedures.
Action Required
Before June 10, 2026: Billing team should review the full policy details at the provided URL to understand specific changes to instrument-based vision screening coverage and billing requirements. Update billing procedures and staff training accordingly once full policy details are available.