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MolDX: Next-Generation Sequencing Lab-Developed Tests for Myeloid Malignancies and Suspected Myeloid Malignancies
L38176
Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance Corporation (J05)
Effective: March 28, 2024
Updated: December 31, 2025
Policy Summary
This policy covers NGS testing (both LDTs and FDA-approved/cleared tests) when used for diagnosis, characterization, or management of myeloid malignancies and suspected myeloid neoplasms per NCD 90.2 and MAC discretion. It explicitly excludes solid tumor testing, ctDNA testing, germline testing, and other non-myeloid cancer-related NGS uses; documentation and any prior authorization must follow NCD 90.2 and MAC requirements.
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Key requirements from the full policy
"Coverage is allowed for next-generation sequencing (NGS) clinical laboratory tests, including lab-developed tests (LDTs) and FDA-approved or -cleared tests, when performed for diagnosis, characteri..."
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