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Optical Coherence Tomography of the Anterior Eye Segment

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

BCBS MS has classified all anterior segment optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging as investigational and non-covered. This affects billing for OCT procedures used to evaluate the front portion of the eye, including angle-closure glaucoma screening and pre/post-surgical assessments.

Action Required

Action needed
Immediately: Stop billing anterior segment OCT procedures to BCBS MS as they are now considered investigational. Billing team must identify all anterior segment OCT codes in use and flag them as non-covered for BCBS MS. Inform ophthalmology providers that these services will not be reimbursed and discuss alternative covered diagnostic methods with patients.

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