Special rules for certain hospitals
In the case of hospitals described in clause (iii) or (v) of section 1395ww(d)(1)(B) of this title —
(A)#
the system under this subsection shall not apply to covered OPD services furnished before January 1, 2000 ; and
(B)#
the Secretary may establish a separate conversion factor for such services in a manner that specifically takes into account the unique costs incurred by such hospitals by virtue of their patient population and service intensity.