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LCD L33567: Ophthalmology: Posterior Segment Imaging (Extended Ophthalmoscopy and Fundus Photography) — Wellpoint Federal

Policy ID: LCD-L33567Specialty: OphthalmologyAdded: 7/23/2026Effective: April 1, 2026lcd
Routine

What changed

Coverage rules for posterior segment imaging under Medicare Part A & B.

Who’s affected: Ophthalmology billing teams · Effective: April 1, 2026

Affected codes

Primary source: View the official CMS/MAC document ↗

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This change affects 10 billing codes.

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