42 C.F.R. § 424.3

Current through October 31, 2024
Section 424.3 - Definitions

As used in this part, unless the context indicates otherwise-

HCPCS means Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System.

ICD-9-CM means International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification.

Nonparticipating hospital means a hospital that does not have in effect a provider agreement to participate in Medicare.

Participating hospital means a hospital that has in effect a provider agreement to participate in Medicare.

42 C.F.R. §424.3

53 FR 6634, Mar. 2, 1988, as amended at 59 FR 10299, Mar. 4, 1994; 63 FR 26311, May 12, 1998; 70 FR 45055 , Aug. 4, 2005