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LCD L39812: Minimally Invasive Arthrodesis of the Sacroiliac Joint (SIJ) — Noridian

Policy ID: LCD-L39812Specialty: OrthopedicsAdded: 6/5/2026Effective: April 17, 2025lcd
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What changed

New LCD impacts SIJ arthrodesis billing.

Who’s affected: Orthopedics billing teams · Effective: April 17, 2025

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LCD L39812: Minimally Invasive Arthrodesis of the Sacroiliac Joint (SIJ) — Noridian