Response to Comments: External Infusion Pumps - DL33794

This response document indicates that coverage decisions for external infusion pumps for Medicare beneficiaries with CIDP should be based on the best available published clinical evidence and general acceptance by the medical community. The document itself does not enumerate specific covered indications, exclusions, or frequency limits and notes that the DME MACs may consolidate or redact public comments; the definitive LCD text should be consulted for actionable coverage criteria.

"External infusion pumps are considered for Medicare beneficiaries diagnosed with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) when coverage is supported by the best currently available ..."

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