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Proposed LCD DL36351: Lab: Special Histochemical Stains and Immunohistochemical Stains — Noridian

LCD-DL36351

Document details

Document type
Local Coverage Determination
Issuing body
MAC Contractor
Document ID
LCD-DL36351
Published
June 5, 2026
Effective date
See source document
MAC region
Noridian

Summary

The proposed local coverage determination (LCD) for histochemical and immunohistochemical stains could impact billing by clarifying guidelines and coverage for these laboratory tests. This may lead to

Proposed LCD may enhance billing for special stains.

Affected specialty

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Source document

https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=40173&ver=4

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