DMEPOS Mini-Series #2 – Ostomy Supplies
PAAS National® often sees recoupments on ostomy supplies due to unsupported medical records. Insufficient documentation accounted for 86.8% of improper payments for ostomy supplies in 2019, around $65.5 million. Please see the tips provided below to help ensure Medicare B coverage and payment for a beneficiary’s ostomy supplies.
PAAS Tips:
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