Traditional MedicareCoverageMedium impact
Duplex Scan Of Lower Extremity Arteries
Medicare/CMS - LCD·FL · Vascular Surgery, Cardiology, Internal Medicine +2 more·Local Coverage Determination
Effective date
May 17, 2026
We identified it
Jun 17, 2026
Summary
The Local Coverage Determination L33667 for Duplex Scan of Lower Extremity Arteries has been retired effective May 17, 2026. This policy, which was managed by First Coast Service Options (Florida MAC), is no longer in effect and billing teams should look for updated guidance from their current Medicare Administrative Contractor.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing teams should verify current coverage policies for duplex scan of lower extremity arteries with their regional Medicare Administrative Contractor, as this retired policy no longer provides coverage guidance. Contact your MAC or check the Medicare Coverage Database for active replacement policies that may affect duplex scan billing.