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Melanoma Vaccines
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · Oncology, Dermatology·Medical Policy
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
BCBS Mississippi policy L.2.03.404 confirms that all melanoma vaccines remain investigational and non-covered. No melanoma vaccines have FDA approval, and all related procedures will be denied as investigational.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must ensure all melanoma vaccine procedures using CPT 90749 or ICD procedure codes 99.28/3E00X05 are flagged as investigational and non-covered for BCBS Mississippi members. Verify denial handling processes are in place for these services. Educate providers that no melanoma vaccines are FDA-approved or covered.