Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA09.004c, Contrast Agents Used in Conjunction with Echocardiography
Independence Blue Cross·Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging·Medical Policy
Effective date
Mar 5, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Medicare Advantage policy MA09.004c regarding contrast agents used with echocardiography has been reissued and is effective March 5, 2025. This is a policy update that may affect coverage or billing requirements for echocardiograms performed with contrast agents.
Action Required
By March 5, 2025: Billing team must review the full policy MA09.004c for contrast agents used with echocardiography to identify any changes in coverage criteria or billing requirements. Contact Medicare Advantage plans to clarify any new requirements for echocardiograms with contrast. Update billing procedures and prior authorization requirements as needed based on the policy details.