Greetings again everyone,
Many responses have asked where this is stated. It is in the AFO//KAFO LCD on the Noridian region A website. This LCD became effective on 7/1/2020. It is on page 26 which is in the policy article section under the heading of miscellaneous. Not sure if this link to the LCD will work but here it is.
https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__med.noridianmedicare.com_documents_2230703_7218263_Ankle-2DFoot-2BKnee-2DAnkle-2DFoot-2BOrthosis-2BLCD-2Band-2BPA&d=DwIFAg&c=sJ6xIWYx-zLMB3EPkvcnVg&r=KmuawjwNpT9A2bnhzaNVjw8wO7L_TDosEXIk33h_tlw&m=1qZKUPb33BXs7wWz6kcpftE2bHQqquTKvusrYlXtK-I&s=euyr_0Qp2n4HEcnt2jmtb-_xN-B_jsqS3RzTBJ5wIaA&e=
Respectfully,
Joe
Joe Porter CO, BOCO, PTA
Anne Arundel Medical Center – Orthopedics
Orthotic Department
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From: Porter, Joseph E
Sent: Thursday, August 27, 2020 11:14 AM
To: OANDP-L@LISTS.UFL.EDU
Subject: New AFO/KAFO LCD
Greetings everyone,
I’m in region A and I am wondering how my fellow Practioners are handling the updated AFO/KAFO LCD that states in the Policy Article section:
In addition, if the item is custom fabricated, a complete and clear description of the item, including what makes this item unique, and a breakdown of charges (material and labor used in fabrication). This information should be entered in the narrative field of an electronic claim.
I personally feel this is extremely burdensome. Plus I have serious concerns with Medicare wanting a breakdown of charges.
Respectfully,
Joe
Joe Porter CO, BOCO, PTA
Anne Arundel Medical Center – Orthopedics
Orthotic Department
Senior Orthotist
Mission: To enhance the health of the people we serve.
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