Local Coverage DeterminationInfectious Disease / Microbiology

LCD L39226: Multiplex Gastrointestinal Pathogen Panel (GPP) Tests for Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) — NGS

LCD-L39226

Document details

Document type
Local Coverage Determination
Issuing body
MAC Contractor
Document ID
LCD-L39226
Published
June 5, 2026
Effective date
February 9, 2026
MAC region
National Government Services

Summary

The new LCD for Multiplex Gastrointestinal Pathogen Panel tests addresses billing guidelines for acute gastroenteritis. It is crucial for providers to understand the changes in coverage and documentat

New GPP tests LCD impacts billing for acute gastroenteritis.

Affected codes

ICD-10-CM

Affected specialty

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Source document

https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=39226&ver=12

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