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What are the hematocrit or hemoglobin values for the initiation of EPO?

April 26, 2017EPO Hematocrit Hemoglobin initiation values

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What are the hematocrit or hemoglobin values for the initiation of EPO?

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The levels depend on the clinical indication for use of the ESA. Please see the appropriate coverage document for details on the specific indication of interest: for those uses related to cancer chemotherapy, see the NCD; the other reference you will need is the LCD. References: CMS Publication, IOM 100-03, Medicare National Coverage Determinations (NCD) Manual, Transmittal No. 80, Change Request #5818, January 14, 2008, describes the NCD for the use of ESAs in Cancer and Related Neoplastic Conditions.