Local Coverage DeterminationOutpatient

LCD L37011: ProMark® Risk Score — WPS

LCD-L37011

Document details

Document type
Local Coverage Determination
Issuing body
MAC Contractor
Document ID
LCD-L37011
Published
June 5, 2026
Effective date
January 1, 2026
MAC region
WPS

Summary

The introduction of the ProMark® Risk Score is expected to impact billing practices by establishing new criteria for reimbursement starting January 1, 2026. Providers must ensure compliance with the u

New ProMark® Risk Score impacts billing from 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=37011&ver=24

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