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Gait Analysis
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · Orthopedics, Neurology, PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab) +2 more·Medical Policy
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
This BCBS Mississippi policy establishes that comprehensive gait analysis is only covered as medically necessary for surgical planning in cerebral palsy patients. All other applications including postoperative evaluation, rehabilitation planning, and non-comprehensive gait analysis are considered investigational and not covered.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must verify that gait analysis claims (CPT 96000-96003) are only submitted for comprehensive analysis as aid in surgical planning for cerebral palsy patients. Update prior authorization requests to emphasize cerebral palsy diagnosis and surgical planning indication. Claims for other conditions or rehabilitation planning will be denied as investigational.