Medicare Benefit Policy Manual (Pub. 100-02), Ch. 13 § 190.4
Authorization for Visiting Nursing Services
190.4 - Authorization for Visiting Nursing Services
(Rev. 220, Issued: 01-15-16, Effective: 02-01-16, Implementation: 02-01-16)
RHCs or FQHCs that are located in an area that has not been determined to have a
current HHA shortage and are seeking to provide visiting nurse services must make a
written request to the CMS RO along with written justification that the area it serves
meets the required conditions.