§ 405.2101 - Objectives of the end-stage renal disease (ESRD) program.

Link to an amendment published at 73 FR 20473, Apr. 15, 2008.

The objectives of the end-stage renal disease program are:

(a) To assist beneficiaries who have been diagnosed as having end-stage renal disease (ESRD) to receive the care they need;

(b) To encourage proper distribution and effective utlization of ESRD treatment resources while maintaining or improving the quality of care;

(c) To provide the flexibility necessary for the efficient delivery of appropriate care by physicians and facilities; and

(d) To encourage self-dialysis or transplantation for the maximum practical number of patients who are medically, socially, and psychologically suitable candidates for such treatment.

Effective Date Note:

At 73 FR 20473, Apr. 15, 2008, § 405.2101 was removed and reserved, effective Oct. 14, 2008.