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Surgical Deactivation of Headache Trigger Sites
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · Neurology, Plastic Surgery, ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) +1 more·Medical Policy
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
BCBS Mississippi policy A.7.01.135 continues to classify surgical deactivation of headache trigger sites as investigational for both migraine and non-migraine headaches. All CPT codes related to these procedures remain non-covered and will be denied if billed.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should verify that surgical deactivation of headache trigger sites procedures are flagged as non-covered in billing system. Ensure claims are not submitted for these investigational procedures as they will be denied. Educate providers that these procedures remain investigational and are not covered by BCBS Mississippi.