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Medicare Program Integrity Manual Chapter 5 – Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies (DMEPOS) Items and Services Having Special DME Review Considerations

Guidance for suppliers of DME. This chapter outlines the requirements of suppliers to ensure written orders for DME are obtained for Medicare beneficiaries.

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Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Issue Date: June 19, 2020

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