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Hippotherapy

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab) +2 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

This is a routine policy review with no changes to the existing coverage determination. Hippotherapy (equine-assisted therapy) remains classified as investigational and not covered by BCBS MS. The policy number changed from A.8.03.12 to L.8.03.403 in July 2024, but coverage status remains unchanged.

Action Required

Action needed
No action required. Continue to inform patients that hippotherapy/equine-assisted therapy (HCPCS S8940) is considered investigational and not covered. Claims for this service will be denied as not medically necessary.

Affected Billing Codes

S8940

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