The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services have posted the 2017 DMEPOS Fee Schedule. Please click the link below for more information and to download the complete Fee Schedule.
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The 2017 HCPCS Updates – New, Revised, and Discontinued HCPCS Codes
The 2017 Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) File has been published. There are several additions, revisions, and discontinued HCPCS codes. The changes are effective January 1, 2017. Please keep in mind, the appearance of a HCPCS code is not an indication of coverage by the DME MAC.
The first listing contains the added HCPCS Codes that will take effect on January 01, 2017. Please click on this link for more information.
DJO Global announces launch of software to increase patient satisfaction, clinic productivity
Correct Coding – HCPCS Coding Recommendations from Non-Medicare Sources
DME MAC Joint Publication
Correct Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) code selection for a product is an essential element for claims payment. Use of the appropriate HCPCS code assures that accurate processing can be accomplished resulting in a proper claim determination and reimbursement. Conversely, incorrect coding may result in improper payment necessitating recoupment and possible false claim actions. Thus, it is important that all durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS) suppliers take steps to ensure that claims are correctly coded. Please see the entire article by clicking this link: CORRECT CODING
DJO Global Launches MotionMD® Software to Optimize Clinic Productivity and Enhance Patient Experience
SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–DJO Global, Inc., a leading global provider of medical technologies designed to get and keep people moving, unveiled their MotionMD® software solution at the 2016 Annual Conference of the American Association of Orthopaedic Executives (AAOE). Please click here to view the entire release.
