Per CMS Internet Only Manual (IOM), Publication 100-08, Medicare Program Integrity Manual, Chapter 13.2.4.4, "After the proposed LCD is made public, MACs shall hold open meetings to discuss the review of the evidence and the rationale for the proposed LCD(s) with stakeholders in their jurisdiction."

An Open Meeting is scheduled by the Medical Director(s) after a proposed LCD is posted. The open meeting takes place during the 45-day comment period.

This meeting is for the oral presentation of comments and for stakeholders interested in listening to the comments. For oral comments to be included in the review and consideration of the proposed LCD, these comments must also be submitted in writing through the formal comment process during the comment period.

Registration

Registration is required for those that wish to present comments, and registration is encouraged for those that wish to listen to the meeting. To register for an Open Meeting, please use the link found in the "Upcoming Meetings" table below.

If you are submitting a presentation, all final presentations must be submitted to openmeeting@noridian.com by the due date listed below.

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