What is the name of a waiver needed for any service that does not meet the coverage criteria established in an NCD or LCD?

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An Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) is a waiver that healthcare providers need to give to Medicare beneficiaries when the service provided may not be covered by Medicare due to not meeting the specific criteria established in a National Coverage Determination (NCD) or Local Coverage Determination (LCD). This notice informs the patient that they may be responsible for the payment if Medicare does not cover the service.

What Is the Name of a Waiver Needed for Any