Updated Regulations For Power Wheelchair And Power Operated Vehicle Claims

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  • August 29, 2005 Press Release Word
  • August 29, 2005 Press Release NULL
  • Fact Sheet PDF

Article Publication Date: 
8/29/2005
Summary: 
CMS announced that a certificate of medical necessity is no longer required for power wheelchair and power operated vehicle claims. This is another step to streamline and ensure appropriate access for people with Medicare to power operated vehicles. In an interim final rule with opportunity to comment that went on display at the Federal Register, CMS clarified the requirements for prescribing, supplying, and receiving payment for these vehicles. Review the interim final rule and fact sheet.
Topics: 
Accessibility
Sources: 
CMS
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Scooters; Certificate of Medical Necessity; CMN; Interim Final Rule; Fact Sheet; Federal Register; Decision Memorandum; Power Mobility Device; Regulation Fact Sheet

Contact

Cathy Cope
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Cathy.Cope@cms.hhs.gov

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