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Claims against Surety Bonds for Suppliers of Durable Medicare Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOS)

Under 42 CFR 424.57(d), DMEPOS suppliers must obtain and maintain a surety bond in an amount of at least $50,000 in order to enroll in and to remain enrolled in the Medicare program. This change request (CR) addresses the procedures for making a claim against a surety bond
consistent with 42 CFR 424.57(d)(5).

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Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Issue Date: January 20, 2012

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