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Last Modified: 5/3/2024 Location: FL, PR, USVI Business: Part A, Part B

MCD (Medicare Coverage Database) quick reference guide

While First Coast provides an interactive LCD index tool to quickly locate LCDs, further research using the MCD is sometimes needed.
The following reference guide should be used to assist you in finding LCDs/NCDs (Local Coverage Database/National Coverage Database) and related coverage details online using the CMS MCD.
To use this guide, find your scenario in the first column and use the supporting details in the next two columns to lead you to the appropriate online location.

If you:

Best way to search for LCDs/NCDs and related coverage information:

Where to go:

What to expect:

Have an LCD ID (L number), title, keyword or CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10 code
Perform a search by using keyword(s) (procedure name or codes) or CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10 to search within the title or entire document.
The quick search option is a simple option to search for an LCD or NCD.
Step 1: Enter the search term (i.e. a procedure code)
As you enter terms, a hint list will display potential matches to select from.
If any of these initial results match your criteria, click the term on the list. If not, continue to step 2 and 3.
Step 2: To search the entire database, continue with your initial keyword(s) and select ‘Filter by state’ to streamline your results.
Step 3: Click the green search button.
Want to download data sets
Download articles, LCDs, and NCDs, from CMS’ MCD downloads page.
Various downloads are available.
Select the database you would like to download from the menu.
Want to browse lists of coverage documents
Browse through CMS’ reports for various listings of NCDs and LCDs.
All available indexes:
Pre-defined lists of national and local coverage, such as:
Alphabetical index of NCDs, LCDs, and articles.
List by chapter/section of NCDs.
LCDs and articles by contractor or by state.
National coverage open public comments
Recently updated NCDs / LCDs
Annual reports
If you need further assistance on how to find LCDs/NCDs or related coverage details, visit:
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