CommercialCoverageMedium impact
Miudella (copper intrauterine device)
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · OB-GYN, Family Medicine·Medical Policy
Effective date
Mar 15, 2026
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
BCBS Mississippi has established a new policy designating Miudella (copper IUD) as not medically necessary, with claims to be denied in favor of other covered copper-containing IUDs. The policy specifically flags HCPCS code J7299 as not covered.
Action Required
By March 15, 2026: Billing team must update system to flag HCPCS J7299 (Miudella copper IUD) as non-covered for BCBS Mississippi plans. Update encounter forms to alert providers that Miudella requires prior authorization through BCBSMS PA review process or will be denied. Recommend providers use alternative covered copper IUDs instead.