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Functional Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Neurology, Orthopedics +1 more·Medical Policy
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
BCBS Mississippi updated their policy on Functional Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation, maintaining that FES devices for restoring function after nerve damage (including hand/foot stimulators and exercise equipment for spinal cord injury patients) remain investigational and non-covered. The policy lists numerous FDA-cleared devices but continues to classify them as not medically necessary.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must continue to deny coverage for all functional electrical stimulation devices and services listed in this policy. Inform patients that FES devices for post-stroke, spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy, and multiple sclerosis rehabilitation are considered investigational and not covered. Update prior authorization denial reasons to reference policy A.8.03.01 for any FES-related requests.