Use of Standing Orders for Medically Necessary Labs
Resolution and Position Statements
March 1, 2001
Resolution E01
Becomes Policy March 2001
AMDA resolves to open dialogue with HCFA and third party carriers to promote coverage of standing laboratory tests for which there is a medical necessity, and be it further
RESOLVED, that AMDA work with HCFA and third party carriers to make sure current policies regarding standing laboratory tests do not adversely impact the quality or timeliness of medical care of nursing facility residents.