Program_Memos / 2000 / AB-00-116

Why This Topic Matters

The memo establishes a required structure for LMRPs and specifies how policy information should be organized and delivered. It is relevant to teams responsible for drafting, reviewing, and maintaining Medicare medical review policies.

Article Sections

1. New LMRP Format Requirements

   Introduces the requirement to use a standard policy format for newly developed policies. The section focuses on general formatting expectations and implementation timing.

2. New Time Frame and Email Address Requirement

   Describes submission timing and routing expectations for final policies. It addresses communication channels and distribution to regional contacts.

3. New HyperTextMarkup Language (HTML) Requirement

   Explains the move to HTML for new policies and identifies presentation-related requirements for electronic policy files. It also references an example format resource.

4. Exhibit - Local Medical Review Policy Format

   Provides the required LMRP template structure and the list of standard fields included in the policy exhibit. The section covers administrative, geographic, coding, documentation, and revision-related components.