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DMEPOS Supplier Accreditation and Surety Bond Requirements Certain suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics and supplies (DMEPOS) must meet Medicare's quality standards and become accredited by October 1 and obtain a surety bond by October 2, 2009. These new supplier requirements will help to ensure that people with Medicare get high quality medical items and services from qualified suppliers while helping to prevent fraud in the Medicare program. Medicare beneficiaries should ask their suppliers if they are approved by Medicare so they can continue to get their equipment and supplies covered by Medicare and to avoid any interruption in services. If a beneficiary's supplier isn't going to meet the new requirements, they will have to look for another Medicare-approved supplier in order for Medicare to pay for their equipment and supplies. DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Program The Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 was enacted on July 15, 2008. This new law has delayed the Medicare Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies (DMEPOS) Competitive Bidding Program. CMS will provide updates and information to partners as soon as possible. If beneficiaries have questions, they may call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048.
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