Medical Director Educational Articles

The term "article" is used to describe any bulletin article, web site article, educational handout or any other non-LCD document intended for public release that contains coverage/coding statements or medical review related billing or claims considerations.

Articles address local coverage, coding or medical review related billing and claims considerations, and may include any newly developed educational materials, coding instructions or clarification of existing medical review related billing or claims policy.

You can find educational articles and non-LCD documents on the table below.

The article listing will continue to expand as additions are made.

 
Title Brief Description Last Updated
Billing and Coding Nusinersen, (brand name SPINRAZA®) The purpose of this article is to offer guidance on the appropriate billing and coding when utilizing this medication. 03/24/2026
Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Level II Code Compliance Guidance This educational article provides detailed guidance on the proper use and understanding of HCPCS Level II codes, which are used for billing and coding of medical products and services under Medicare. 03/24/2026
Post Market Studies and Post Market Extension Studies - Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA) with Carotid Stenting and Embolic Protection These studies involve the use of percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) with carotid stenting and embolic protection. 09/16/2025
Last Updated Mar 25 , 2026