Local Coverage DeterminationGastroenterology

LCD L34081: Endoscopy by Capsule — CGS

LCD-L34081

Document details

Document type
Local Coverage Determination
Issuing body
MAC Contractor
Document ID
LCD-L34081
Published
June 5, 2026
Effective date
March 5, 2026
MAC region
CGS Administrators

Summary

The introduction of the new LCD for endoscopy by capsule will impact billing processes starting in 2026. Practices will need to familiarize themselves with the related procedures and ensure that codin

New LCD for endoscopy by capsule effective 2026.

Affected codes

ICD-10-CM

Affected specialty

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Source document

https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=34081&ver=26

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