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Transitioning the Mandatory Medigap ("Claim-Based") Crossover Process to the Coordination of Benefits Contractor (COBC)

Through this change request, CMS outlines its systematic requirements for
the transitioning of its mandatory Medigap ("claim-based") crossover process from its Part B contractors,
including carriers and Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs), and Durable Medical Equipment
Medicare Administrative Contractors (DMACs) to the Coordination of Benefits Contractor. Another
instruction addressed the non-systematic instructions associated with this transition process.

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

Issue Date: August 31, 2007

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