Local Coverage DeterminationAllergy/Immunology

LCD L34063: RAST Type Tests — CGS

LCD-L34063

Document details

Document type
Local Coverage Determination
Issuing body
MAC Contractor
Document ID
LCD-L34063
Published
June 5, 2026
Effective date
August 7, 2025
MAC region
CGS Administrators

Summary

The new Local Coverage Determination (LCD) for RAST type tests may lead to increased scrutiny on claims related to allergy testing. Providers should prepare for potential impacts on reimbursement and

New LCD for RAST type tests could impact reimbursements.

Affected codes

ICD-10-CM

Affected specialty

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Source document

https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=34063&ver=18

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