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Magnetic Resonance Image Guided High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) for Essential Tremor
Medicare/CMS - LCD·Neurology, Neurosurgery, Radiology·Local Coverage Determination
Effective date
Jul 31, 2026
We identified it
Aug 7, 2026
Summary
⚠️ CRITICAL: This policy (LCD L37761 for MRgFUS Essential Tremor) has been RETIRED as of 7/31/2026. The policy is no longer active and should not be used for billing or coverage determinations. Palmetto GBA (MAC Part A/B) no longer provides local coverage guidance for this procedure under this LCD. Practices must verify current coverage status with the contractor or CMS before billing.
Action Required
IMMEDIATELY: Billing team must stop referencing LCD L37761 for MRgFUS (Essential Tremor) coverage determinations. Contact Palmetto GBA directly to determine if coverage continues under a new LCD or national policy, or if MRgFUS is now non-covered. Update any internal billing guidelines, prior authorization templates, and fee schedules that reference this retired LCD. Do NOT process claims under this policy. Verify current coverage status before submitting any MRgFUS claims for Essential Tremor to avoid denials. Document the retirement date (7/31/2026) in compliance records.