The Academy would like you to be aware that the following notice from CMS became effective on September 1, 2018: “Medicare Program; Update to the Required Prior Authorization List of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies (DMEPOS) Items That Require Prior Authorization as a Condition of Payment.” This notice became effective on September 1, 2018.
The purpose of the notice was to inform the public that CMS has updated the Required Prior Authorization List of DMEPOS (durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies) to include all power mobility devices. The notice came after a demonstration was done in California, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, and Texas. This information was released as a notice, not a proposal, so there was no formal opportunity to comment.
The Academy has actively been expressing our concerns with prior authorization for certain DMEPOS for years.
Please inform the Academy if you or your practice has issues with this new requirement.