Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA05.026d, Manual Wheelchairs
Independence Blue Cross·PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Orthopedics, Neurology +2 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Apr 2, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA05.026d for Manual Wheelchairs has been reissued with an effective date of April 2, 2025. This is a policy update that may contain changes to coverage criteria, documentation requirements, or billing procedures for manual wheelchair claims.
Action Required
By April 2, 2025: Billing team must review the complete updated policy MA05.026d at the provided URL to identify specific changes to manual wheelchair coverage, documentation requirements, or prior authorization rules. Update billing procedures and encounter forms accordingly based on the detailed policy content.