Advisory Opinion No. CMS-AO-2008-02
Guidance for whether physicians may refer patients to the Diagnostic Center for designated health services, and the Diagnostic Center may bill and submit claims for such services, because any Physician ownership or investment interest in the Diagnostic Center would satisfy the rural provider exception found in section 1877(d)(2) of the Act.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: February 01, 2008
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