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LCD L33428: Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery — Palmetto GBA

Policy ID: LCD-L33428Specialty: Multi-specialtyAdded: 9/12/2026Effective: July 29, 2021lcd
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What changed

Palmetto GBA draws hard line between cosmetic vs. reconstructive coverage.

Who’s affected: Multi-specialty billing teams · Effective: July 29, 2021

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