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Response to Comments: Knee Orthoses - DL33318
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Effective: December 11, 2025
Updated: December 31, 2025
Policy Summary
This document reports responses to stakeholder comments on the proposed Knee Orthoses LCD (DL33318) submitted during the July 24–September 6, 2025 comment period. The DME MACs reviewed comments but based the final policy on the best currently available published clinical evidence consistent with CMS Program Integrity Manual Chapter 13. The MACs note they may consolidate, redact, or withhold portions of submissions and that final coverage reflects evidence of general acceptance by the medical community.