US · guidance
CMS SOM App. C, Tag D2132
§493.855 Standard: Cytology: gynecologic examinations
To participate successfully in a cytology proficiency testing program for gynecologic
examinations (Pap smears), the laboratory must meet the requirements of
paragraphs (a) through (c) of this section.
History
Rev. 233; Issued: 09-12-25; Effective: 09-12-25; Implementation: 09-12-25
Provenance
- Source
- cms.gov
- Retrieved
- 2026-07-22
- Edition
- som-2026-07-22
- Content hash
0cf714248397a6d0cfaf7c53391f7d3543e93a2122cb40d151c3ce69f6ef42b7
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