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Minimally Invasive Ablation Procedures for Morton and Other Peripheral Neuromas
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · Podiatry, Orthopedics, Pain Management +1 more·Medical Policy
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
BCBS Mississippi updated policy A.7.01.147 to classify minimally invasive ablation procedures (intralesional alcohol injection, radiofrequency ablation, and cryoablation) for Morton neuroma and other peripheral neuromas as investigational. These procedures are not covered as they don't meet medical necessity standards.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must update system to deny coverage for minimally invasive ablation procedures (intralesional alcohol injection, radiofrequency ablation, cryoablation) for Morton neuroma and peripheral neuromas, including CPT code 0441T. Update encounter forms to alert providers these procedures are investigational and not covered. Claims for these procedures will be denied as not medically necessary.