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LCD L34417: CT of the Head — Palmetto GBA

Policy ID: LCD-L34417Specialty: RadiologyAdded: 9/12/2026Effective: August 17, 2023lcd
Routine

What changed

Palmetto GBA final LCD sets head CT coverage rules for 8 SE states.

Who’s affected: Radiology billing teams · Effective: August 17, 2023

Affected codes

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This change affects 8 billing codes.

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