Program_Memos / 2002 / B-02-004

Why This Topic Matters

It helps readers determine whether audiology diagnostic services are covered under Medicare and what broad administrative requirements apply. The memo also clarifies how CMS framed the policy at the time and which organizations and manual references were part of the guidance.

Article Sections

1. Program Memorandum and transmittal information

   Administrative context for the memorandum, including issuing agencies, transmittal details, and the purpose of the reissue.

2. Subject: Payment for Services Furnished by Audiologists

   Overview of the Medicare coverage and payment framework discussed for audiology diagnostic services, including the general scope of the policy and related statutory references.

3. Audiologist qualification requirements

   General qualification criteria for audiologists and the types of credentials or verification sources carriers may review.

4. Effective date, implementation date, and discard date

   Timing information for when the memorandum applies, when it should be implemented, and when it may be discarded.