Local Coverage DeterminationDermatology

LCD L33445: Removal of Benign and Malignant Skin Lesions — Palmetto GBA

LCD-L33445

Document details

Document type
Local Coverage Determination
Issuing body
MAC Contractor
Document ID
LCD-L33445
Published
June 5, 2026
Effective date
October 23, 2025
MAC region
Palmetto GBA

Summary

The implementation of the LCD for the removal of benign and malignant skin lesions by Palmetto GBA may affect billing practices starting from October 23, 2025. Providers will need to ensure compliance

New LCD impacts skin lesion removal billing practices.

Affected codes

ICD-10-CM

Affected specialty

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Source document

https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=33445&ver=79

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