National_Coverage_Determinations_Manual / MAGNETIC_RESONANCE_SPECTROSCOPY

Why This Topic Matters

Coverage policy determines whether a service is considered nationally covered or noncovered under Medicare. This article helps readers identify the CMS position on magnetic resonance spectroscopy and understand the policy’s scope and effective timing.

Article Sections

1. General

   Provides a broad overview of magnetic resonance spectroscopy and its relationship to magnetic resonance imaging. It also summarizes the historical coverage context referenced by CMS.

2. Nationally Covered Indications

   States the status of nationally covered indications within this CMS policy section.

3. Nationally Noncovered Indications

   Describes the noncoverage determination reviewed by CMS and the clinical contexts considered in that policy discussion. It summarizes the scope of the national noncoverage position.

4. Other

   Contains administrative status information related to the policy entry and its review timing.