Medicare is the largest public payer in the U.S. Since Medicare is a public insurance provider, their process is quite rigorous, and all of their rules must be posted for review. This section includes Medicare policies, rules, and memos for cardiac rhythm management procedures.
Medicare's National Coverage Determinations (NCD) are developed through an evidence-based process, this guide provides details on required medical criteria that must be met for coverage of Medicare beneficiaries.
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