Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA11.080b, Mentoplasty or Genioplasty
Independence Blue Cross·Plastic Surgery, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery·Medical Policy
Effective date
May 28, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA11.080b for Mentoplasty or Genioplasty (chin surgery procedures) has been reissued and will take effect May 28, 2025. This is a policy update that may contain changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines for chin reconstruction procedures.
Action Required
By May 28, 2025: Review the full policy MA11.080b at the source URL to identify specific changes to mentoplasty/genioplasty coverage criteria. Billing team should update system settings and provider documentation requirements for chin surgery procedures based on the new policy guidelines. Notify plastic surgery and oral-maxillofacial surgery providers of any changes to coverage or authorization requirements.