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tci Part B Insider - 2006 Issue 6
PODIATRY: Reader Question--Start Your Diabetic Shoe Program On The Right Foot
Question: Our office is about to start a diabetic shoe program. What must we do to become a Durable Medical Equipment Prosthetics, Orthotics and Suppliers (DMEPOS) and what are Medicare’s eligibility requirements for this?
Maryland Subscriber
Answer: The first step is submitting an application to Medicare’s National Supplier Clearinghouse. You will then need to pass a site inspection and comply with a list of supplier standards. Also, your state may require you to obtain a license and comply with local requirements. To check, visit Medicare’s National Supplier Clearinghouse at: www.palmettogba.com.
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