If you: |
Best way to search for LCDs/NCDs and related coverage information: |
Where to go: |
What to expect: |
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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 another simple option to search for an LCD or NCD. • Step 1: Enter the LCD ID (L number) and click “Search by ID” or select local /national coverage. • Step 2: (Skip this step if you did not search by L number) • Step 3: (Skip this step for NCDs) If you selected LCD, select the appropriate geographic area. • Next enter keyword(s) (title only) and/or CPT/HCPCS/ICD10 code. | |
Want to search the medical coverage database for specific content |
Search by document id or perform a basic or advanced search. |
A variety of search options are presented to search the MCD • Document ID search using specific id formats. • Basic search using keywords and geographic area. Advanced search option with a variety of search criteria options. | |
Want to download data sets |
Download articles, LCDs, NCDs, and public comments for NCAs/CALs from CMS’ MCD downloads page. |
Download LCDs, NCDs/Public Comments for NCAs/CALs, and Local Coverage Articles. • Select the database you would like to download from the menu. | |
Want to browse lists of coverage documents |
Browse through CMS’ indexes 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. • Local coverage contacts such as FFS Contractor Medical Directors and links to FFS Contractor websites. • Open or closed coverage or coding analyses for labs. |
Want to find recently updated NCDs, LCDs or view annual reports |
Use CMS’ reports page to access information about recently updated NCDs LCDs. |
Provides reports of NCD and LCD data. |
