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Deficiency - 148 - Chest X-Ray Report is from an Unacceptable Facility

Explanation: Chest X-Ray Report is from an Unacceptable Facility

Instructions: The chest x-ray or CT scan report provided with the claim was performed by an unacceptable facility. Currently reports from these facilities are not acceptable. Please submit a report based on a review of a chest x-ray or CT scan that was performed by an acceptable facility. The report must provide evidence of bilateral asbestos-related nonmalignant disease. The chest x-ray or CT scan must be read by a Qualified Physician. Please refer to the Trust's website for more information.

Detail Text: The chest x-ray or CT scan submitted with the claim was performed by an unacceptable facility. Currently, reports from these facilities are not acceptable. Please submit a report based on a review of a chest x-ray or CT scan that was performed by an acceptable facility. The report must provide an acceptable diagnosis for the alleged injury and demonstrate bilateral findings. The chest x-ray or CT scan must be read by a board-certified physician (defined in Footnote 3 of TDP). Without additional information, this claim will not be capable of further review.

Option: BOTH

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