WASHINGTON – CMS will roll the standard power mobility device codes that are currently part of a PMD Prior Authorization Demonstration in 19 states into the National Prior Authorization Program on Sept. 1, the agency announced late on Friday.
WASHINGTON – CMS should continue with its prior authorization programs and expand prior authorizations to include power wheelchair accessories, according to a new report from the Government Accountability Office.
WASHINGTON – AAHomecare’s Complex Rehab & Mobility Council is collecting feedback from providers about the prior authorization demonstration project for power mobility devices currently taking place in 19 states.
WASHINGTON – It looks like CMS plans to extend a demonstration project requiring prior authorizations for power mobility devices, according to a notice posted in the Federal Register on Feb. 7.
WASHINGTON – The prescribing physician/practitioner may contact the DME MAC to request a copy of the prior authorization decision letter, CMS has announced.
WASHINGTON – HME providers in all states must begin submitting prior authorization requests for two complex rehab codes starting July 17, CMS officials confirmed during a Special Open Door Forum on July 6.
