Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA11.083a, Orthognathic Surgery
Independence Blue Cross·Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedics·Medical Policy
Effective date
Aug 6, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA11.083a for Orthognathic Surgery has been reissued and will take effect on August 6, 2025. This is a policy update that may contain changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or documentation standards for jaw surgery procedures.
Action Required
Before August 6, 2025: Billing and clinical teams must review the updated MA11.083a Orthognathic Surgery policy at the provided URL to identify specific changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or documentation standards. Update billing system rules and clinical protocols accordingly for Medicare Advantage plans.