Local Coverage DeterminationDermatology

LCD L38151: MolDX: Pigmented Lesion Assay — Noridian

LCD-L38151

Document details

Document type
Local Coverage Determination
Issuing body
MAC Contractor
Document ID
LCD-L38151
Published
June 5, 2026
Effective date
February 5, 2026
MAC region
Noridian

Summary

The implementation of the MolDX: Pigmented Lesion Assay may significantly impact billing practices, as it introduces specific coding requirements that must be adhered to in order to ensure appropriate

Prepare for changes in billing with MolDX: Pigmented Lesion Assay.

Affected codes

ICD-10-CM

Affected specialty

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Source document

https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=38151&ver=9

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