Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA09.010f, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Contrast Agents
Independence Blue Cross·Radiology, Diagnostic Imaging, Orthopedics +3 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Mar 5, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA09.010f for MRI contrast agents has been reissued effective March 5, 2025. This is a policy reissue rather than a new policy change, but billing teams should review the updated policy document for any modifications to coverage criteria or requirements for MRI contrast procedures.
Action Required
By March 5, 2025: Billing team should review the complete MA09.010f policy document at the provided URL to identify any changes to MRI contrast agent coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines. Update internal procedures and staff training if modifications are found in the reissued policy.