Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA11.080c, Mentoplasty or Genioplasty
Independence Blue Cross·Plastic Surgery, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery·Medical Policy
Effective date
Oct 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA11.080c for Mentoplasty or Genioplasty procedures has been updated with new coverage guidelines effective October 1, 2025. This affects billing and coverage requirements for chin augmentation and reduction surgeries under Medicare Advantage plans.
Action Required
By October 1, 2025: Billing team must review updated MA11.080c policy for mentoplasty and genioplasty procedures. Verify current coverage criteria and prior authorization requirements for chin surgery procedures under Medicare Advantage plans. Update billing workflows and inform providers of any new documentation requirements.