Sunrise Medical eConferenceUnlocking the Mystery of the new PMD PolicyDecember 2006
Supporting Documentation Medical history leading to need for PMD Clinical progression Intervention trials and results If already using MAE, what
Supporting Documentation Reasoning lower level MAE cannot improve or eliminate their mobility limitations Description of time taken to accomplish MR
Progressive Diseases Medicare will pay for “future needs” 6-12 month “window” Must have definable progressive disease Must document “decline” of c
CMS Power Codes 64 New Codes Coding by performance Coding by features: Weight capacity Portability Seat type Power seat options Basic Equipmen
Performance CharacteristicsGroup 1 Minimum Top End Speed - 3 MPH Minimum Range - 5 miles Minimum Obstacle Climb - 20 mm Dynamic Stability Incline
Power Wheelchair GroupsGroup 1 - Light DutyDesigned for intermittent use indoorsGroup 2 - Basic Daily Mobility Designed for daily use indoorsGroup 3 -
Power Mobility Device Basic Coverage Criteria Patient has mobility limitation that significantly impairs MRADL abilities Prevents ability to accom
K0800—K0808, K0812Power Operated Vehicle Patient meets basic PMD coverage criteria Ability to independently stand and pivot : required to enter and
POVGuardian Trek 3 Guardian Trek 4
Group 1Light Duty: Designed for intermittent use indoorsPerformance Criteria Minimum Top End Speed - 3 MPH Minimum Range - 5 miles Minimum Obstacle
DisclaimerThis slide presentation is intended to be viewed in conjunction with an audio component and represents the highlights of the new Medicare Po
Power Wheelchair Supporting Documentation Can the patient physically use a scooter but their home environment is unsuitable for such a device? Clear
Group 1 Power WheelchairK0813 – K0816Coverage Criteria Patient meets basic PMD coverage criteria Patient does not meet coverage criteria for POV Pa
Group 1 PMD K0816Invacare At’mShopriderJiffy
Group 2Basic Daily Mobility : designed for daily use indoorsPerformance Criteria Minimum Top End Speed - 3 MPH Minimum Range - 7 miles Minimum Obst
K0820 - K0829Group 2 Power WheelchairCoverage Criteria Patient meets basic PMD coverage criteria Patient does not meet coverage criteria for POV Pa
K0823Group 2 Captains Seat Standard Weight CapacityQuickie MelodyQuickie FreestyleInvacare M41Pride Jet3 UltraQuickie Rhapsody
K0822Group 2 Rehab Seat Standard Weight Capacity Non-portable Can use same base as Group 2 Captain’s Seat Rehab seat requires qualification for pr
K0835-K0840Group 2 Single Power OptionCoverage Criteria Patient meets all above criteria Patient requires alternate drive control OR= any drive cont
Quickie Freestyle M11/F11Invacare M71K0835Group 2 Single Power Option Sling Solid Seat Back 300# weight capacityPride Quantum 610Quickie Rhapsody
K0841-K0843 Group 2 Multiple Power OptionCoverage Criteria Patient meets all above criteria Patient requires power seating systems or= Tilt and rec
Meeting Objectives Understand the new power wheelchair code system Understand how to qualify your client for power mobility (Local Coverage Determ
Quickie Freestyle M11/F11Pride Quantum 610K0841Group 2 Multiple Power Option 300 lb weight capacity Sling/Solid Seat Back
Multi-Infarct Dementia K0822-Group 2 Rehab Seat Poor UE/LE strength, Fair ROM Incontinent; grade 2 left ischial pressure sore Æ skin protection cus
Bilateral above knee amputee, CAD Fair ROM, Poor sensation Posture eval: post pelvic tilt, obliquity Unable to propel properly configured manual
Group 3Complex Rehab : designed for complex disabilities - indoor usePerformance Criteria Minimum Top End Speed - 4.5 MPH Minimum Range - 12 miles
K0848-K0855Group 3 No Power Option Patient meets basic PMD coverage criteria Patient does not meet coverage criteria for POV Patient or caregiver h
Definitions Myopathy – disease of muscular origin MD 359.0 Neurologic condition – disease of nervous system MS 340. Quadriplegia 344.0 Congenita
Quickie RhythmQuickie Freestyle M11/FllQuickie GroovePermobilC300 PSOInvacare M91K0848Group 3 No Power Options 300 lb weight capacity Sling/Solid Se
K0856—K0864Group 3 Single Power Options Patient meets all above criteria Patient requires alternate drive control or Patient requires power seating
Invacare TDX SP CGQuickie Freestyle M11/F11Quickie Rhythm M3 SCK0856Group 3—Single Power Option 300 lb weight capacity Sling/Solid Seat BackPride 60
Quickie Groove F3/R3 HDQuickie Rhythm M3 HDQuantum 6000 HDInvacare TDX SP CG HDK0858Group 3 HD Single Power Option 301-450 lb weight capacity Sling
National Coverage Determination Effective July 5, 2005 Algorithmic approach to determine eligibility for all MAE Canes, walkers, crutches, manual a
K0861—K0864Group 3 Multiple Power Option Patient meets all above criteria Patient requires power seating systems or Patient requires ventilator mou
Quickie Rhythm M7Quickie Groove F7/R7 Quantum 6000Invacare M91PermobilC300-CS1K0861Group 3 Multiple Power Option 300 lb weight capacity Sling/Solid
Danielle Cerebral Palsy Æ neurologiccondition Poor volitional control –movements dictated by tone/reflexes Poor motor control UE, LE trunk Unable
Requires expandable electronics for switch control E2399 – expandable electronics E2377 specific for expandable electronics in effect jan 1, 2007
K0856 Group 3 SPO DX: Guillian Barre Æ neurologiccondition Unable to propel manual wc Strength 1/5 LE 3/5 UE Fair sitting balance Unable to
Kevin C5 Quadriplegia Æ neurologiccondition ROM WFL Trunk/LE strength 0/5 Biceps 4/5 Wrist/ triceps 0/5 Transfers via transfer board Absent sen
K0856 Group 3 Single Power Option E1002- power tilt K0737 - adjustable skin protection & positioning cushion Jay 2 cushion ICD-9: 344.1
K0868—K0886Group 4 Wheelchair has added capabilities that, by Medicare’s definition, are not necessary for use in the home Performance Criteria Spe
State government agencies, including Medicaid, are required to consider community mobility needs. Most are NOT bound by Medicare’s “in the home”restr
Outside The Home School Work MRADL’s Grocery Pharmacy
Final Rule For Power Identifies documentation and evaluation criteria for power mobility devices (PMD) Requires face to face examination for prescri
Quickie Groove R4 BDQuickie Rhythm M4 BDInvacare 3G ArrowPermobilC500K0868Group 4 No Power Option 300 lb weight capacity Sling/Solid Seat Back
Quickie Groove F4/R4/R5Quickie Rhythm M4Invacare Torque SEK0877Group 4 Single Power Option 300 lb weight capacity Sling/Solid Seat Back
Sonny Diagnosis: Spastic Cerebral Palsy, flexion Contractures B/L UE’s and B/L LE’sExtremely high toneR pelvic obliquityScoliosisUnable to
K0877 Group 4 SPO K0877 Group 4 SPO Necessary for outdoor mobility E2399 expandable electronics Required for specialty control use E2399 - exp
Sara Multiple Sclerosis UE strength 1/5 LE strength 0/5 Absent sensation Skin breakdown – unable to perform pressure relief Æ power tilt Unable
K0884 Group 4 MPO K0884 Group 4 Works in community Wheelchair used as transportation to grocery, pharmacy E2399 - expandable electronics Allow u
Code specifies <125lbs weight capacityGroup 5 K0890 &K0891 K0890 Patient meets basic PMD coverage criteria Patient is expected to grow Speci
What is Sunrise Doing To Help ? Rita Hostak – VP Government Relations NCART President Dr Robert Hoover –SVP Global Clinical Services Sunrise Medic
Helpful Websites: NCART – www.ncart.us www.complexrehab.org AA Homecare - www.aahomecare.org
Regulatory WebsitesDME MAC Region A www.medicarenhic.com Region B www.adminastar.com Region C www.cignagovernmentservices.com Region D www.nori
Face to Face 45 Day WindowScenario 1 Client has face to face with MD, MD writes order 45-day window begins with date of MD evaluationScenario 2 Cli
Regulatory Information www.cms.gov SADMERC - www.PGBA.com Click on "Other Partners“ Æ“SADMERC”Æ “Product Classification Lists” Click on “Prov
Reference “Tools” from Quickie www.sunrisemedical.com Click the Power Coding Update Button on the Home Page NEW Quickie Power Wheelchair Reference
Face to Face45 Day Window2Scenario 3 Client has face to face with MD MD refers client to PT/OT for further evaluation Client re-visits MD for follo
Doctor’s OrderOrder must include:1. Client name2. Client diagnoses that relate to need for PMD3. Description of items4. Length of need5. Date of face
Supporting Documentation Needed Physician progress notes LCMP evaluation results (PT/OT or physician with experience in mobility devices) required
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