CMS Set to Expand Competitive Bidding Program

CMS is moving to the second stage of the Medicare competitive bidding program, which sets lower payment rates for certain medical equipment and supplies, according to a CMS news release.


The competitive bidding program was first implemented on Jan. 1, 2011. Registration for the second phase of the program will begin Dec. 5, and the 60-day supplier bidding period will begin later in Jan. 2012 with the following categories:

•    Oxygen, oxygen equipment and supplies.
•    Standard wheelchairs, scooters, walkers and related accessories.
•    Enteral nutrients, equipment and supplies.
•    Continuous positive airway pressure devices and respiratory assist devices with related accessories.
•    Hospital beds and related accessories.
•    Walkers and related accessories.
•    Negative pressure wound therapy pumps and related supplies and accessories.
•    Support surfaces.

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