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LCD L39573: Scalp Cooling for the Prevention of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia — Palmetto GBA

Policy ID: LCD-L39573Specialty: OncologyAdded: 9/12/2026Effective: November 12, 2023lcd
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What changed

Palmetto GBA finalizes scalp cooling coverage rules for chemo alopecia

Who’s affected: Oncology billing teams · Effective: November 12, 2023

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This change affects 9 billing codes.

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