CommercialCoverageMedium impact
Dry Needling of Trigger Points for Myofascial Pain
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Pain Management, Sports Medicine +2 more·Medical Policy
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross Blue Shield continues to classify dry needling of trigger points for myofascial pain as investigational, meaning these procedures are not covered and claims will be denied. This policy remains unchanged from previous years but billing teams should be aware that CPT codes 20560, 20561, and 20999 are specifically listed as investigational codes.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must ensure CPT codes 20560, 20561, and 20999 for dry needling procedures are flagged as non-covered/investigational in billing system for BCBS plans. Update encounter forms to alert providers that dry needling is not covered. Claims for these codes will be denied as investigational.