advanced diagnostic imaging services
(1) In general (A) In general Beginning with January 1, 2012 , with respect to the technical component of advanced diagnostic imaging services for which payment is made under the fee schedule established under section 1395w–4(b) of this title and that are furnished by a supplier, payment may only be made if such supplier is accredited by an accreditation organization designated by the Secretary under paragraph (2)(B)(i). (B) Advanced diagnostic imaging services defined In this subsection, the term “advanced diagnostic imaging services” includes— (i) diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, and nuclear medicine (including positron emission tomography); and (ii) such other diagnostic imaging services, including services described in section 1395w–4(b)(4)(B) of this title (excluding X-ray, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy), as specified by the Secretary in consultation with physician specialty organizations and other stakeholders. (C) Supplier defined In this subsection, the term “supplier” has the meaning given such term in section 1395x(d) of this title .