Clarification of Liability for Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOS) Claims Overlapping Inpatient Hospital Stays.
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DMEPOS: Clarification of Claim Liability for Overlapping Inpatient Hospital Stays
CMS clarified that the denial liability for these claims should be assigned to the provider. Payment for DMEPOS provided during an inpatient stay is included in the hospital reimbursement and isn’t separately payable. Medicare Administrative Contractors will adjust claims you bring to their attention.
See the instruction to your Medicare Administrative Contractor (PDF).