This glossary explains terms found on the cms.hhs.gov web site, but it is not a legal document.

 A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z | All Letters

	View Results in Excel
Term	Definition
MEDICALLY NECESSARY	Services or supplies that: are proper and needed for the diagnosis or treatment of your medical condition, are provided for the diagnosis, direct care, and treatment of your medical condition, meet the standards of good medical practice in the local area, and aren't mainly for the convenience of you or your doctor.

Related Links Outside CMS

There are no related links outside CMS.

Page Last Modified: 5/14/06 11:45 AM
Help with File Formats and Plug-Ins

Submit Feedback