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Discarded Drugs and Biological Policy at Contractor Discretion

In response to inquiries related to CR 6711, Transmittal 1962, relating to
discarded drugs and biologicals, this document instructs contractors to notify their providers on local
requirements associated with the use of the JW modifier.

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Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Issue Date: August 20, 2010

DISCLAIMER: The contents of this database lack the force and effect of law, except as authorized by law (including Medicare Advantage Rate Announcements and Advance Notices) or as specifically incorporated into a contract. The Department may not cite, use, or rely on any guidance that is not posted on the guidance repository, except to establish historical facts.