Accreditation for Physicians and Non-Physician Practitioners Supplying the Technical Component of Advanced Diagnostic Imaging Services
Section 135(a) of the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (MIPPA) amended section 1834(e) of the Social Security Act and required the Secretary to designate organizations to accredit suppliers, including but not limited to physicians, non-physician practitioners and Independent Diagnostic Testing Facilities, that furnish the technical component of advanced diagnostic imaging services.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: February 04, 2011
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