Local Coverage DeterminationESRD

LCD L37575: Frequency of Hemodialysis — CGS

LCD-L37575

Document details

Document type
Local Coverage Determination
Issuing body
MAC Contractor
Document ID
LCD-L37575
Published
June 5, 2026
Effective date
March 5, 2026
MAC region
CGS Administrators

Summary

The updated LCD for the frequency of hemodialysis may impact billing by defining covered services and frequency guidelines, leading to increased scrutiny of claims. Providers may need to adjust their

Changes in hemodialysis frequency guidelines affect billing!

Affected codes

ICD-10-CM

Affected specialty

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Source document

https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=37575&ver=22

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