The old form may not be binding after March 1, 2009. Beginning March 1, 2009, Medicare contractors will accept only a properly executed revised advance beneficiary notice of non-coverage (CMS R-131) as a valid notification.
This four page quick reference is a combination of answers from previous FAQ articles and additional questions received on a daily basis from FCA members. We encourage you to use this convenient resource to help as you approach the many unknowns that result from a statute that has not yet been fully interpreted by the courts.