decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2006 Issue 3 (March)
Program_Memos / 2001 / B-01-29
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Article Overview
This memorandum explains an updated jurisdiction list for durable medical equipment billing under Medicare and notes which HCPCS items were added, discontinued, or reassigned between DMERCs and local carriers. It is relevant to providers, suppliers, and billing staff who need to understand contractor jurisdiction changes and the timing of implementation for the affected items.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps readers track Medicare billing jurisdiction changes for durable medical equipment and related supplies so claims can be directed to the correct contractor during the 2001 transition period.
What You Will Learn
- How the 2001 jurisdiction list update affects Medicare contractor billing responsibility
- Which categories of HCPCS items are referenced in the jurisdiction change
- What effective dates and implementation dates apply to the memorandum
- Which organizations and contractor groups are involved in the update
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Durable medical equipment suppliers
- Physicians and other practitioners
- Medicare contractors
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