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Intracavitary Balloon Catheter Brain Brachytherapy for Malignant Gliomas or Metastasis to the Brain

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · Neurosurgery, Oncology, Radiation Oncology·Medical Policy
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

BCBS Mississippi policy confirms that intracavitary balloon catheter brain brachytherapy for malignant gliomas or brain metastasis remains investigational and is not covered. This is a policy confirmation rather than a new change, maintaining the existing non-coverage status.

Action Required

Action needed
No immediate action required. Continue denying prior authorization requests for intracavitary balloon catheter brain brachytherapy procedures as investigational. Billing team should be aware these services remain non-covered for BCBS Mississippi members.

Affected Billing Codes

77316
77317
77318
77770
77771
77772
77778

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