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Do you make a habit of keeping an eye on Novitas Solutions' local coverage determinations (LCDs) for Medicare coverage? Bookmark the Novitas LCD page to stay abreast of the latest updates, or sign up for an email list to receive all news updates and alerts from Novitas. On the current list of latest updates are these:

Novitas is offering a free webinar on understanding the LCD and national coverage determination process. It will be Friday, May 16, 9-10:30 am (CT). You must register to access the webinar.

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