Appendix E - National Coverage Determinations Manual / DURABLE_MEDICAL_EQUIPMENT_REFERENCE_LIST

Why This Topic Matters

The list helps users quickly determine whether a DME item is generally considered covered, noncovered, or referred to another policy section. It also identifies the broader Medicare manuals and CMS guidance areas that govern claim review and coverage determination.

Article Sections

1. Durable Medical Equipment Reference List

   Introduces the purpose and structure of the DME reference list, including how coverage status is organized and how the list supports claims processing. It also explains the relationship to related CMS coverage guidance and Medicare manual references.

2. Durable Medical Equipment Reference List: Item Coverage Entries

   Provides the alphabetical list of DME items and their general coverage status or cross-references to other sections. The entries span common home-use equipment, respiratory items, mobility aids, support surfaces, and other equipment categories.