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.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: August 20, 2010
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