CMS Updates Laboratory Coverage Determination Software

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Published: 2026-10-05
Category: health
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has implemented updates to its Laboratory National Coverage Determination (NCD) Edit Software, effective October 5, 2026. These changes, detailed in Transmittal R13849CP and MLN Matters Article MM14536, impact how laboratory services are covered and processed, potentially affecting healthcare providers and beneficiaries.

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