§ 410.19 Ultrasound screening for abdominal aortic aneurysms: Condition for and limitation on coverage.

(a) Definitions: As used in this section, the following definitions apply:

Eligible beneficiary means an individual who—

(1) Has not been previously furnished an ultrasound screening for an abdominal aortic aneurysm under Medicare program; and

(2) Is included in at least one of the following risk categories:

(i) Has a family history of an abdominal aortic aneurysm.

(ii) Is a man age 65 to 75 who has smoked at least 100 cigarettes in his lifetime.