Did a round of research on what the current publications are saying about A5500 series services.
There is a new LCA Article out from NGS (Ohio region MAC)
http://www.ngsmedicare.com/ngs/portal/ngsmedicare/newngs/home-lob/pages/medical-policy-center/mpc-search-detail/a47129_future_110114
Therapeutic Shoes for Persons with Diabetes – Policy Article – Effective November 2014 (A47129)
Note the new beneficiary fit and utility documentation standard – hope y’all haven’t been relying on beneficiary check box and dated signature.
At the time of in-person delivery to the beneficiary of the items selected, the supplier must conduct an objective assessment of the fit of the shoe and inserts and document the results. A beneficiary’s subjective statements regarding fit as the sole documentation of the in-person delivery does not meet this criterion.
Prior language stated:
At the time of delivery of the items selected, the supplier must conduct and document an in-person visit with the beneficiary.
The only constant is change …
Mark B. Levy, Board Director
State Board of Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics
77 S. High St., 18th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
tel: 614-466-1157
fax: 614-387-7347
email: mark.levy@opp.ohio.gov
website: http://opp.ohio.gov
