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Steroid-Eluting Sinus Stents and Implants
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)·Medical Policy
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
BCBS Mississippi has updated their medical policy for steroid-eluting sinus stents and implants (PROPEL, SINUVA), maintaining that these devices remain investigational and not covered for postoperative treatment following endoscopic sinus surgery and recurrent sinonasal polyposis. The policy clarifies device definitions and investigational status.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must verify that steroid-eluting sinus stents (PROPEL, SINUVA) are not being billed to BCBS Mississippi as covered services. Flag CPT 31299, HCPCS J7401, and C9122 in billing system as investigational/non-covered for this payer. Advise providers that these devices require patient financial responsibility discussions prior to use.