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Deficiency - 147 - Chest X-Ray Report is from an Unacceptable Physician

Explanation: Chest X-Ray Report is from an Unacceptable Physician

Instructions: The chest x-ray, CT scan, or B-reader report provided with the claim was evaluated by an unacceptable physician. Currently reports from these physicians are not acceptable. Please submit a chest x-ray, CT scan, or B-reader report from an acceptable physician. The report must provide evidence of bilateral asbestos-related nonmalignant disease. The chest x-ray or CT scan must be read by a Qualified Physician. Please refer to the Trust's website for more information.

Detail Text: The chest x-ray, CT scan, or B-reader submitted with the claim was evaluated by an unacceptable physician. Currently, reports from these physicians are not acceptable. Please submit a chest x-ray, CT scan, or B-reader report for the alleged injury from an acceptable physician. The report must provide an acceptable diagnosis for the alleged injury and demonstrate bilateral findings. The chest x-ray or CT scan must be read by a board certified-physician (defined in Footnote 3 of TDP). Without additional information, this claim will not be capable of further review.

Option: BOTH

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