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Low-Level Laser Therapy
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · Oncology, Pain Management, Wound Care +2 more·Medical Policy
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
BCBS Mississippi has updated their Low-Level Laser Therapy policy to only cover LLLT for prevention of oral mucositis in cancer patients. All other uses including carpal tunnel syndrome, neck pain, wound healing, and lymphedema are now considered investigational and non-covered.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must stop billing LLLT services for all conditions except oral mucositis prevention in cancer patients. Update billing system to flag LLLT claims for medical necessity review. Providers must document cancer treatment and mucositis risk for covered LLLT services. All other LLLT claims will be denied as investigational.