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How does NCD 280.3 affect the current Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) in the Region B DMERC Supplier Manual?

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How does NCD 280.3 affect the current Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) in the Region B DMERC Supplier Manual?

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Implementation of NCD 280.3 means that: • The basic coverage criteria contained in the Walkers and Canes and Crutches LCD are no longer in effect for dates of service on or after May 5, 2005. However, the provisions concerning specific items remain in effect. • The basic wheelchair coverage criteria contained in the Manual Wheelchair Base LCD are no longer applicable for dates of service on or after May 5, 2005. However the provisions concerning specific manual wheelchair bases remain in effect. • The basic coverage criteria contained in the Motorized/Power Wheelchair Bases and Power Operated Vehicles LCDs are no longer applicable for dates of service on or after May 5, 2005. However, the other provisions of each LCD remain in effect. • The LCDs on Wheelchair Options and Accessories and Wheelchair Seating and Positioning remain in effect. • The Policy Articles for all these policies also remain in effect. • Back to Top.