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LCD L34434: Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and Visualization — Palmetto GBA

Policy ID: LCD-L34434Specialty: GastroenterologyAdded: 9/12/2026Effective: June 5, 2025lcd
Routine

What changed

Palmetto GBA finalizes upper GI endoscopy coverage criteria eff. 6/5/2025.

Who’s affected: Gastroenterology billing teams · Effective: June 5, 2025

Affected codes

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This change affects 10 billing codes.

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