CommercialCoverageMedium impact
Absorbable Nasal Implant for Treatment of Nasal Valve Collapse
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat), Plastic Surgery·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 14, 2025
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross Blue Shield has updated their policy on absorbable nasal implants (LATERA) for nasal valve collapse treatment. The policy continues to classify these procedures as investigational and not covered, with specific CPT and ICD-10 codes listed for denial.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must verify that CPT 30468 (nasal valve collapse repair with implants) and CPT 30999 (unlisted nasal procedure) are flagged as non-covered/investigational in billing system for BCBS plans. Ensure claims are not submitted for these procedures as they will be denied. Alert providers that absorbable nasal implants remain investigational per BCBS policy.