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National Coverage Determination (NCD) for Screening for Colorectal Cancer Using Cologuard™ - A Multitarget Stool DNA Test

The purpose of this Change Request (CR) is effective for claims with
dates of service on or after October 9, 2014, contractors shall recognize new HCPCS code G0464 (colorectal
cancer screening; stool-based DNA and fecal occult hemoglobin) as a covered service.

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

Issue Date: December 30, 2015

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