Traditional MedicareCoverageMedium impact
Somatosensory Testing
Medicare/CMS - LCD·Neurology, PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehab), Pain Management +3 more·Local Coverage Determination
Effective date
Mar 26, 2026
We identified it
Jun 17, 2026
Summary
This is a fresh Local Coverage Determination for somatosensory testing from CGS Administrators (Medicare MAC). The policy was last updated on 4/2/2026 with an effective date of 3/26/2026, indicating recent changes to coverage criteria for somatosensory testing procedures.
Action Required
By March 26, 2026: Billing team must review the full LCD L35906 policy text from the CMS Medicare Coverage Database to identify specific coverage criteria, documentation requirements, and billing guidelines for somatosensory testing. Update billing workflows and provider documentation templates accordingly. Ensure compliance with CGS MAC requirements for Medicare claims.