CMS updates several DMEPOS lists

WASHINGTON – CMS has updated the  Required Face-to-Face and Written Order Prior to Delivery List, Required Prior Authorization List and Master List, AAHomecare has reported. 

Beginning April 13, 2026, items added to the Required F2F/WOPD List and Required Prior Authorization List will need to meet new requirements.  

Required F2F/WOPD List: 
Added the following items: 

• Stationary and portable oxygen systems (E0424, E0431, E0433, E0434, E0439) 

• Oxygen concentrators (E1390, E1391, E1392) 

Beginning April 13, these items will require a documented face-to-face encounter within six months prior to the written order. 
   
Required Prior Authorization List: 
Added the following items: 

• Orthoses (L0651, L1844, L1846, L1852, L1932) 

• Pneumatic compression devices (E0651, E0652) 

Beginning April 13, prior authorization will be implemented nationwide for the items listed. CMS will publish sub-regulatory guidance regarding the implementation of the items to the program. 
 
Master List (items that are eligible to be added to a Required List): 

• Continuous glucose monitor supplies (A4238, E2103) 

• Wound dressings (A6214, A6233) 

• Compression garments and accessories (A6583, A6593) 

• Respiratory and airway clearance devices (A7025, E0468, E0469) 

• Therapeutic electrical & neuromodulation devices (E0743, E0762) 

• Light therapy (E0691) 

• Power mobility accessories (E2377) 

• Orthotic and prosthetic additions (L1499, L2999, L5783, L5841) 

• Misc DME (E1399) 

Note: There is no immediate direct impact to suppliers for items being added to the Master List; inclusion simply means the items are eligible to be added to the F2F/WOPD Required List and/or Prior Authorization Required List in the future, says AAHomecare.