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LCD L33946: Capsule Opacification Following Cataract Surgery: Discission and YAG Laser Capsulotomy — CGS

Policy ID: LCD-L33946Specialty: OphthalmologyAdded: 6/5/2026Effective: November 6, 2025lcd
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What changed

New coverage for YAG laser capsulotomy effective 11/06/2025.

Who’s affected: Ophthalmology billing teams · Effective: November 6, 2025

Affected codes

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This change affects 4 billing codes.

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