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Endovascular Stent Grafts for Disorders of the Thoracic Aorta
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Cardiology +1 more·Medical Policy
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
This policy establishes coverage criteria for thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) procedures for treating thoracic aortic aneurysms, dissections, and ruptures. The policy provides detailed medical criteria and indications for when TEVAR is considered medically necessary versus experimental.
Action Required
Review policy A.7.01.86 for TEVAR procedures to understand coverage criteria for thoracic aortic conditions. Ensure documentation supports medical necessity when billing for endovascular stent graft procedures, including aneurysm size measurements, patient symptoms, and risk factors. Verify pre-authorization requirements with BCBS Mississippi for TEVAR procedures.