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LCD L35091: Cataract Extraction (including Complex Cataract Surgery) — Novitas

Policy ID: LCD-L35091Specialty: OphthalmologyAdded: 9/12/2026Effective: July 11, 2021lcd
Routine

What changed

Novitas final LCD on cataract & complex cataract surgery coverage (JH/JL)

Who’s affected: Ophthalmology billing teams · Effective: July 11, 2021

Affected codes

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This change affects 10 billing codes.

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