LCDs are
A) coverage decisions that help providers determine medical necessity.
B) coverage decisions that help providers determine medical necessity under Medicare.
C) sent to patients by the Medicare program to explain new services or procedures.
D) sent to providers by the Medicare program to explain new procedures.

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Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) are decisions made by Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) regarding whether a particular service or item is covered (medically necessary) under Medicare in their specific jurisdiction.

LCDs Are