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CMS SOM App. D, Tag H0021
§486.104(a) Standard - Qualifications of Technologists
All operators of the portable X-ray equipment meet the requirements of paragraphs
(a)(1) or (2) of this section:
(1) Successful completion of a program of formal training in X-ray technology at
which the operator received appropriate training and demonstrated competence in the
use of equipment and administration of portable x-ray procedures; or
(2) Successful completion of 24 full months of training and experience under the
direct supervision of a physician who is certified in radiology or who possesses
qualifications which are equivalent to those required for such certification.
History
Rev. 200, Issued: 02-21-20; Effective: 02-21-20, Implementation: 02-21-20
Provenance
- Source
- cms.gov
- Retrieved
- 2026-07-22
- Edition
- som-2026-07-22
- Content hash
cfa931a34217f1016d346bf9e11d170ee230ce42417ac4935fe99f9266b0c01d
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