DME MAC Jurisdictions B & C Mega Workshop – Charlotte, NC
November 15, 2023 | 8 am–4 pmLocation: Registration Fee: $100 |
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Workshop Agenda:
Session One: 8–9:15 am (All Attendees)
Medicare Updates
Everyone will start their workshop day with an overview of recent changes and updates to the Medicare program.
Session Two: 9:30–11 am (Select One)
DME Documentation Requirements
This session provides an overview of standard documentation requirements in the Supplier Manual and Policy Article A55426. DME suppliers will ensure that they are aware of documentation requirements regarding amendments, corrections to medical records, signature requirements, standard written orders, continued use vs. continued need, request for refills, and proof of delivery.
Documentation Requirements for Orthotics & Prosthetics (O&P)
This session supplies an overview of medical record documentation from an O&P perspective, including information on written order prior to delivery, face-to-face encounters, and the differences between custom fit and custom-fabricated orthotics.
Session Three: 12:15–1:15 pm (Select One)
Successful Claim Submission
This session provides basic information on eligibility, the intake process, and the claim submission process. We recommend this course for new suppliers and employees whose roles have recently changed in your company.
Orthoses & Prosthetics – Prior Authorization, Errors, and Resolutions
This session looks at the recent updates for items on the Required Prior Authorization list and shares best practices for submitting successful Prior Authorization Requests. We will also share examples of the most common reasons for non-affirmations and tips on how to avoid them.
Wheelchair Updates, Errors & Resolutions
This session will provide an overview of the coverage criteria for both power mobility devices (PMDs) as well as manual wheelchairs, with a discussion of the most common denial reasons and how to avoid them.
Session Four: 1:25–2:25 pm (Select One)
Reopenings, Redeterminations, and Overpayments
This session will explain when it is appropriate to submit a reopening, a claim correction, or a redetermination request. We will discuss the fastest and most effective ways to request each for a successful outcome along with information on handling overpayments.
Auditing Entities
This session reviews who the auditing contractors are, the role of the auditing contractors, and how to prepare for an audit.
Oxygen Local Coverage Determination (LCD) Updates
Join this session to learn about the latest updates to the Oxygen & Oxygen Equipment LCD and Policy Article (PA).
Session Five: 2:35–3:30 pm (Select One)
Advance Beneficiary Notices of Noncoverage & Upgrades
This session reviews financial implications associated with ABNs, as well as when and how to provide ABNs to Medicare beneficiaries and submit claims for upgrades.
Therapeutic Shoes – Updates, Errors, & Resolutions
This session provides detailed information on how to resolve the top claim denials and documentation errors. We will also address the parameters of the therapeutic shoes for persons with diabetes benefits and certifying physician requirements.
Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) Devices and Supplies
This session will review the coverage criteria, documentation requirements, Post-PHE information, and recent updates for PAP devices and supplies.
Session Six: 3:30–4 pm (All Attendees)
DMEPOS Q&A
End your workshop day by joining the Provider Outreach & Education Team for a Q&A session.
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For all CGS scheduled educational events where a charge is applied, the fee is used to offset the cost of the meeting room and equipment rental. In the event you must cancel your registration, you may do so up to 10 business days prior to the educational event and receive a full refund. If you need to cancel less than 10 business days prior to the event, you will be eligible to receive a partial refund. We encourage you to send a substitute from your organization when possible.
Please note: Medicare reserves the right to cancel an event if registration is insufficient. If we must cancel due to lack of participation, we will notify all registrants at least 48 hours before the date of the event and return the fee for that cancelled event.
Seminar cancellation requests should be emailed to cgs.jbjc.learningondemand@cgsadmin.com
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