Billing and insurance
LCD medical abbreviation
LCD means "local coverage determination".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for LCD), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What LCD means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| local coverage determination | None | Billing, Claims |
Example
Sample policy reference: "LCD."
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Questions
What does LCD mean in medical terms?
LCD means "local coverage determination".
Where is LCD used?
LCD shows up in billing and claims. Its category here is billing and insurance.
Is LCD on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. LCD is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.