Wiki Telehealth and Ostomy Supplies

[csauerer]

can a provider see a pt for the 1x/year visit via telehealth and write an order for ostomy supplies? If yes, does the visit need to be video and telephone? Thank you

 

[OpenClaims]

You should be able to write the order with no issues if the encounter is performed via telehealth, the requirements for telehealth services and payment for telehealth services must be met. A supplier must maintain the written order/prescription and the supporting documentation provided by the treating practitioner and make them available to CMS and its agents upon request. You must have a face to face encounter. It is also worth noting, CMS states this has be done within 6 months of the preceding order. Here is a link to research a bit more:

Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOS) Order Requirements | CMS

Effective January 1, 2020, CMS streamlined and simplified the order requirements for DMEPOS items (PDF), and outlined the process for identifying items that need a face-to-face encounter, written order prior to delivery, and/or prior authorization.

www.cms.gov