42 CFR § 478.30 - Evidence to be considered by the reconsideration reviewer.

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# 478.30 Evidence to be considered by the reconsideration reviewer.

A reconsidered determination must be based on—

(a) The information that led to the initial determination;

(b) New information found in the medical records; or

(c) Additional evidence submitted by a party.