Review the 300+ codes added to the Stark physician self-referral list

Why This Topic Matters

Organizations that bill or refer DHS services need to stay current with CMS updates so their compliance plans reflect the latest list of services subject to Stark-related restrictions. The article helps readers understand the nature of the annual update and where to find the source materials.

Article Sections

1. DHS list update overview

   Introduces the annual CMS update to the designated health services list and notes its effective date. Summarizes the scale of the changes and the need to review compliance planning.

2. Affected DHS categories

   Identifies the broad service categories included in the update. Covers the types of services whose codes were revised for the new effective year.

3. Example and timing note

   Provides an example showing that a code’s presence on the updated list may not align with its original introduction date. This section emphasizes timing and update context without giving selection guidance.

4. Resources

   Lists CMS source documents and downloadable references related to the annual update. Provides pointers for readers who want the full official code lists.