42 CFR § 401.625 - Effect of CMS claims collection decisions on appeals.

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# 401.625 Effect of CMS claims collection decisions on appeals.

Any action taken under this subpart regarding the compromise of a claim, or suspension or termination of collection action on a claim, is not an initial determination for purposes of CMS appeal procedures.