CMS MAKES FIRST AWARDS TO FFS MEDICARE ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACTORS
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced today that it has awarded contracts for four specialty contractors who will be responsible for handling the administration of Medicare claims from suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics and orthotics. The new contracts awarded represent a first step in CMS’ initiatives designed to improve service to beneficiaries and providers, support the delivery of coordinated and quality care, and provide greater administrative efficiency and effectiveness for fee-for-service Medicare.
