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Medical & Coding Policies
Online Medical Policy
This Medical Policy is provided for informational purposes only. If Members have any questions about the
medical necessity of a service or procedure, they should discuss the question with their Network Provider or
call a member of our Customer Support Team.
Generally, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi follows CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM national coding
guidelines. Coding has a direct affect on reimbursement. It can affect the timeliness and accuracy of
claim payments. The use of the Coding Policy is not intended to replace independent medical judgement for
treatment of individuals.
To view an out-of-state Blue Plans' medical policies or prior authorization/care coordination
information, please select "Request Out-of-State Provider Information" below. You will need to
enter the first three letters of the member's identification number on the Blue Cross and Blue Shield
ID card.
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