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Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Skin Lesions
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · Dermatology, Plastic Surgery·Medical Policy
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross Blue Shield policy L.2.01.425 confirms that ultrasonographic evaluation of skin lesions remains investigational and not covered. The policy was reviewed on 06/25/2024 with no changes, maintaining that these procedures should be billed with unlisted code CPT 76999 and will likely be denied as investigational.
Action Required
Billing team should verify that ultrasonographic evaluation of skin lesions continues to be coded as CPT 76999 (unlisted ultrasound procedure) and ensure staff understand these claims will likely be denied as investigational by BCBS plans. Advise providers that cosmetic applications for photoaging or skin rejuvenation are specifically excluded as not medically necessary.