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On the recordMarch 9, 2015
This has led me to question whether CMS consults with the FDA and NIH in making its coverage decisions.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

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Senator Collins expresses concern over CMS not consulting FDA and NIH on coverage decisions.

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