Update: CMS Makes the DME 50/50 Blended Rate Permanent!
On Tuesday, December 21, 2021, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) finally released an update on the DME rule. Numerous provisions were made, and the most important one …
PAYGO Cuts Paused for 2022!
Another significant update for the industry, the U.S. Senate approved legislation that will pause the 4% PAYGO cuts to Medicare reimbursement from going into effect for the 2022 year. This …
When is the Best Time to Outsource Billing DME Claims?
Outsourcing can provide some much-needed relief to overworked staff or businesses struggling to find billing specialists to hire. Even so, you might be asking yourself when you should outsource billing …
Common Questions About Documentation Guidelines for DME
DME documentation guidelines can appear overwhelming at first, especially with constant industry changes. The good news is by learning foundational billing principles, it will help you to navigate the billing …
Federal COVID-19 Mandate Paused for Federal Contractors!
Great news for DME providers and suppliers, on December 7, 2021, a federal judge in Georgia temporarily halted the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all federal contractors across the country! You …
Medicare DME Documentation Requirements for Providers
Unlike traditional medical billing and coding, the durable medical equipment (DME) industry is thoroughly regulated. At the same time, any minor mistakes can result in an unpaid claim. Since most …
Great Industry Update – CMS Announces 5%+ CPU Adjustments!
On Thursday, December 2, 2021, The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the fee schedule adjustments for the DMEPOS 2022 calendar year. The exact changes will depend on …
ICD-10 Code Updates Effective October 2021
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regularly update ICD codes. These codes describe the treatment, services, and DME and …