Local Coverage DeterminationEndocrinology

LCD L38686: Implantable Continuous Glucose Monitors (I-CGM) — WPS

LCD-L38686

Document details

Document type
Local Coverage Determination
Issuing body
MAC Contractor
Document ID
LCD-L38686
Published
June 5, 2026
Effective date
September 25, 2025
MAC region
WPS

Summary

The implementation of the new LCD for Implantable Continuous Glucose Monitors (I-CGM) by WPS may affect billing processes for diabetes management services. Providers will need to familiarize themselve

Prepare for billing changes with new I-CGM LCD by WPS.

Affected codes

ICD-10-CM

Affected specialty

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Source document

https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=38686&ver=16

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