LCD L39780: Lower Esophageal Magnetic Sphincter Augmentation — Palmetto GBA
Policy LCD-L39780 · Gastroenterology
New LESMA procedure impacts Gastroenterology billing.
Code intelligence
K21.9 reimbursement alerts
Policy changes, MAC LCD updates, and CMS guidance matched to code K21.9.
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LCD L34659: Endoscopic Treatment of GERD — WPS
Policy LCD-L34659 · Gastroenterology
WPS finalizes GERD endoscopic tx coverage; effective 07/30/2026 in 6 states.
LCD L35080: Select Minimally Invasive GERD Procedures — Wellpoint Federal
Policy LCD-L35080 · Gastroenterology
Wellpoint LCD covers minimally invasive GERD procedures (Part A & B).
LCD L34540: Stretta Procedure — CGS
Policy LCD-L34540 · Gastroenterology
New LCD for Stretta Procedure effective 09/04/2025.
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