decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2009 Issue 3 (March)
Advisory Opinion Procedures / Stark Advisory Opinion Procedures / Who May Request an Opinion
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Article Overview
This article covers the CMS Stark advisory opinion request process at a high level, with emphasis on who may submit a request and the kinds of requests CMS will not review. It is relevant to compliance, provider organizations, and others assessing whether a proposed or existing arrangement fits within CMS advisory opinion procedures.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding these procedural boundaries helps readers determine whether an advisory opinion request is appropriate before investing time in a submission. It also clarifies the general scope of CMS review under Stark advisory opinion procedures.
What You Will Learn
- Who may request a Stark advisory opinion from CMS
- The general procedural limits on opinion requests
- The types of questions CMS will not consider under this process
- How advisory opinion procedures relate to existing or proposed arrangements
Who Should Read This
- Compliance professionals
- Healthcare attorneys
- Provider organizations
- Physician practice administrators
- Revenue cycle and coding professionals
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