How Do I Search for an LCD or NCD?
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Coverage Database (MCD) webpage provides the ability to search the National Coverage Determinations(NCDs), Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs), and Local Coverage Articles using a variety of criteria such as keywords, diagnosis/procedure codes, and document ID.
NOTE: As a result of the 21st Century Cures Act, all codes (CPT/HCPCS, ICD-10, etc.) have been removed from LCDs and moved to its accompanying Local Coverage Article (LCA).
To use the MCD Search:
- Go to the MCD webpage.
- If you know the document ID of the LCD or LCA, you may enter it in the search field. If a match is found in the database, the search feature will display links to the LCD/LCA. Click on the link.
- If you do not know the article numbers, enter a code or keyword. NOTE: Not every CPT/HCPCS code is included in an LCD or NCD.
- In the second search box, click the drop-down to select the state. Or, you may leave as default to search for all states. Click on the link to view the document.
Make sure you select the correct policy for CGS.
NOTE: CGS LCDs can be accessed from the CGS Part B Medical Policies webpage.
For additional assistance, contact the Provider Contact Center (PCC) at 1.866.276.9558 (option 1.)