Stark_Physcian Self-Referral / Specific Procedural Codes Prohibited by Stark / Radiation Therapy Services and Supplies Prohibited by Stark

Article Overview

This short article covers how Stark self-referral rules apply to radiation therapy services and supplies, with a brief distinction for nuclear medicine procedures and a reference to the CMS code list used to identify the relevant designated health services. It is useful for physicians, compliance staff, coders, and revenue cycle teams who need to understand the general scope of the restriction and where the governing code list is maintained. The article also notes that the list is updated periodically through CMS resources and annual physician fee schedule rulemaking.