Program_Memos / 2000 / B-00-66

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Article Overview

This 2000 Program Memorandum from HCFA/DMERCs explains a coverage update for ultrasonic osteogenic stimulators used in fracture healing and notes the administrative instructions tied to that update. It is relevant to durable medical equipment billing, Medicare carrier operations, and coding staff who need to understand the affected diagnosis, HCPCS identifier, and modifier referenced in the memo. The article also mentions related equipment categories, effective dates, and the shift away from using a CMN for this device class.

Why This Topic Matters

The memo affects how claims for a specific durable medical equipment service are processed under Medicare contractor instructions. Readers need it to understand the scope of the coverage change, the implementation timeline, and the identifiers referenced for claims handling.

What You Will Learn

  • The scope of the coverage update for ultrasonic osteogenic stimulators
  • The administrative context for DMERC and HCFA instructions
  • The implementation and effective dates associated with the memorandum
  • The related coding identifiers and claim-processing context mentioned in the memo

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • DME billing specialists
  • Medicare contractor staff
  • Compliance staff
  • Revenue cycle professionals

Codes Discussed

Modifiers Discussed


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