Medicare Program; Establishment of Special Payment Provisions and Requirements for Qualified Practitioners and Qualified Suppliers of Prosthetics and Custom-Fabricated Orthotics; Withdrawal

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In the January 12, 2017 Federal Register (82 FR 3678), we published a proposed rule titled, “Medicare Program; Establishment of Special Payment Provisions and Requirements for Qualified Practitioners and Qualified Suppliers of Prosthetics and Custom Fabricated Orthotics” to ensure that only those who are qualified to do so can furnish, fabricate, and bill for the prosthetics and custom-fabricated orthotics addressed by the proposed rule.

We received over 5,000 public comments in response to the January 12, 2017 proposed rule.

In light of the cost and time burdens that the proposed rule would create for many providers and suppliers, particularly the cost and burden for those providers and suppliers that are small businesses, and the complexity of the issues raised in the detailed public comments received, we are withdrawing the January 12, 2017 proposed rule in order to assure agency flexibility in re-examining the issues and exploring options and…

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Medicare Program; Establishment of Special Payment Provisions and Requirements for Qualified Practitioners and Qualified Suppliers of Prosthetics and Custom-Fabricated Orthotics; Withdrawal

In the January 12, 2017 Federal Register (82 FR 3678), we published a proposed rule titled, “Medicare Program; Establishment of Special Payment Provisions and Requirements for Qualified Practitioners and Qualified Suppliers of Prosthetics and Custom Fabricated Orthotics” to ensure that only those who are qualified to do so can furnish, fabricate, and bill for the prosthetics and custom-fabricated orthotics addressed by the proposed rule.

We received over 5,000 public comments in response to the January 12, 2017 proposed rule.

In light of the cost and time burdens that the proposed rule would create for many providers and suppliers, particularly the cost and burden for those providers and suppliers that are small businesses, and the complexity of the issues raised in the detailed public comments received, we are withdrawing the January 12, 2017 proposed rule in order to assure agency flexibility in re-examining the issues and exploring options and alternatives with stakeholders.

Accordingly, the proposed rule published January 12, 2017, at 82 FR 3678, is withdrawn.

For complete information on this subject please click ORTHOTICS RULE

DJO Global’s MotionMD® Software Solution Meets Industry Standards for Information Privacy and Security with HITRUST CSF Certification

SAN DIEGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–DJO Global, Inc. (“DJO Global” or the “Company”), a leading global provider of medical technologies designed to get and keep people moving, today announced their MotionMD® software solution has received security certification from The Health Information Trust Alliance (HITRUST). The HITRUST CSF, a widely-adopted information privacy and security framework, helps support MotionMD’s compliance with certain healthcare standards by providing a secure and protected platform for sensitive and private healthcare patient information.

MotionMD underwent an in-depth review to obtain the HITRUST CSF Certification, which demonstrates that the software’s security controls are consistent with national and international security standards including ISO, NIST, PCI-DSS and HIPAA. The process normalizes security requirements and provides clarity and consistency, reducing the burden of compliance with the privacy and security regulations that apply to healthcare organizations.

We want our customers to feel safe when they provide sensitive healthcare information to our MotionMD platform,” said Terrence Weekes, DJO Global’s chief information security officer. “Since privacy and security are significant priorities for us, we continually strive to achieve the highest level of security for our systems. The HITRUST CSF Certification validates our efforts and provides an industry-recognized endorsement to our partners.”

MotionMD is an intuitive, web-based point-of-care solution designed to support claims management and inventory dispensing. This paperless software solution can help orthopedic clinics improve patient satisfaction, better manage billing compliance and streamline workflow by providing seamless interoperability with clinic records.

“I am proud of our team and the work they do each day to ensure patient health information is secure and protected within our network,” said Steve Ingel, president global bracing and supports. “Our industry leadership is further strengthened by our HITRUST CSF Certification and demonstrates we are a distinguished partner within the orthopedic device industry.”

About DJO Global

DJO Global is a leading global provider of medical technologies designed to get and keep people moving. The Company’s products address the continuum of patient care from injury prevention to rehabilitation after surgery, injury or from degenerative disease, enabling people to regain or maintain their natural motion. Its products are used by orthopaedic specialists, primary care physicians, pain management specialists, physical therapists, podiatrists, chiropractors, athletic trainers and other healthcare professionals. In addition, many of the Company’s medical devices and related accessories are used by athletes and patients for injury prevention and at-home physical therapy treatment. The Company’s product lines include rigid and soft orthopaedic bracing, hot and cold therapy, bone growth stimulators, vascular therapy systems and compression garments, therapeutic shoes and inserts, electrical stimulators used for pain management and physical therapy products. The Company’s surgical division offers a comprehensive suite of reconstructive joint products for the hip, knee and shoulder. DJO Global’s products are marketed under a portfolio of brands including Aircast®, Chattanooga, CMF™, Compex®, DonJoy®, ProCare®, DJO® Surgical, Dr. Comfort® and ExosTM. For additional information on the Company, please visit www.DJOglobal.com. DJO Global has extensive experience billing DME and is bringing this expertise to clients with MotionMD. For more information on MotionMD, visit www.djoglobal.com/motionmd.

Contacts

DJO Media Contact:
Kelly Gaffney
Corporate Communications
760.734.5603
Kelly.Gaffney@djoglobal.com
or
DJO Investor Contact:
David Smith
SVP, Treasurer and Investor Relations
760.734.3075
IR@djoglobal.com

Medicare Updates ABN

The ABN, Form CMS-R-131, and form instructions have been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for renewal. While there are no changes to the form itself, providers should take note of the newly incorporated expiration date on the form.  With the 2016 PRA submission, a non-substantive change has been made to the ABN. In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), the form has been revised to include language informing beneficiaries of their rights to CMS nondiscrimination practices and how to request the ABN in an alternative format if needed.  The effective date for use of this ABN form is 6/21/2017.   For more information and to download forms please click MEDICARE ABN