42 CFR § 414.400 - Purpose and basis.

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# 414.400 Purpose and basis.

This subpart implements competitive bidding programs for certain DMEPOS items as required by sections 1847(a) and (b) of the Act.

[72 FR 18084, Apr. 10, 2007]