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If a patient is absent from a cardiac rehab program for an extended period of time, due to medical complications, will continued cardiac rehab services be considered for coverage?

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If a patient is absent from a cardiac rehab program for an extended period of time, due to medical complications, will continued cardiac rehab services be considered for coverage?

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In this situation, services for cardiac rehabilitation may be considered for coverage if the documentation supports the reason for the absence, and the medical necessity requirements are met. These circumstances would be considered for coverage on a case-by-case basis. Legacy Part A LCD on Cardiac Rehabilitation Services – L2650) .