Evaluating LCDs For NCD Consideration
CMS is required (under the MMA) to evaluate LCDs to decide which decisions should be adopted nationally. When new LCDs are developed, a 731 Advisory Group reviews LCD topic submissions to determine which topics are forwarded to the CMS Coverage and Analysis Group (CAG).
To promote consistency across LCDs, CMS requires Medicare contractors to :
- Consult with other contractors prior to developing a new policy
- Adopt or adapt existing LCDs when possible
Read more about this topic: National Coverage Determination
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