decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2009 Issue 3 (March)
Durable Medical Equipment / Other equipment furnished in a physician's office
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Article Overview
This article discusses physician-office equipment, durable medical equipment, and the Stark framework as it relates to office-based furnishing of items and services. It is intended for physicians, practice managers, and medical coders who need a high-level understanding of when office equipment, incident-to services, and in-office ancillary service concepts may affect billing compliance.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding whether equipment is viewed as office equipment or durable medical equipment can affect physician billing compliance and Stark-related exposure. The article helps readers recognize the general compliance issue without replacing the need to review the underlying rule set.
What You Will Learn
- How physician-office equipment is distinguished from durable medical equipment in a Stark context.
- How incident-to services relate to equipment furnished in a physician’s office.
- What broad compliance issue arises when equipment is provided for ongoing home use.
- The general relevance of in-office ancillary service concepts to office-furnished items.
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Medical practice managers
- Medical coders
- Compliance staff
- Billing staff
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