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medically necessary

What does medically necessary mean?

certificate of medical necessity (CMN)

A doctor must sign and submit a certificate of medical necessity before a Medicare enrollee can receive coverage for certain medical equipment.

detailed explanation of non-coverage (DENC)

When a provider – a home health agency, or skilled nursing facility, or other agency – determines you are no longer eligible for Medicare services, you will receive a detailed explanation of non-coverage.

certificate of medical necessity (CMN)

A doctor must sign and submit a certificate of medical necessity before a Medicare enrollee can receive coverage for certain medical equipment.

detailed explanation of non-coverage (DENC)

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