tci Part B Insider - 2005 Issue 26

COMPLIANCE: Physicians Can Provide DMEPOS-But Only With Personal Touch

Watch out for satellite offices that don't practice medicineAre you passing up the chance to add to your bottom line? If you're sending out referrals for services such as X-rays, scans or medical equipment, the answer could be yes.Thanks to last year's changes in the Stark II physician self-referral rule, it's easier than ever to provide so-called "ancillary services," which include tests as well as durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics and supplies (DMEPOS). The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services clarified a couple of safety zones, according to attorneys: Physicians can provide DMEPOS personally. Until last year's...

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