The most recent update to the Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOS) fee schedule is now available. The changes, effective Jan. 1, 2012, will affect all providers and suppliers submitting claims to Medicare contractors for DMEPOS items and services.
The big news is a 2.4 percent overall increase to the 2011 payment rate, as well as a 3.6 percent increase in the labor rate for services described by K0739 (repair/service oxygen equipment), L4205 (repair orthotic device), and L7520 (repair prosthetic device).
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November 14th, 2011