CommercialCoverageMedium impact
Non-Contact Ultrasound Treatment for Wounds
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · Wound Care, Dermatology, General Surgery +2 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Mar 5, 2025
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Non-contact ultrasound treatment for wounds remains classified as investigational and non-covered. This policy confirms that CPT code 97610 for low-frequency, non-contact ultrasound wound therapy should not be billed as it will be denied by the insurance plan.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must ensure CPT code 97610 (low-frequency, non-contact, non-thermal ultrasound for wounds) is flagged as non-covered/investigational in billing system. Train providers that this service should not be billed to this payer as claims will be denied. Consider having patients sign ABNs if treatment is medically necessary.