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Surety Bonds for Suppliers of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOS)

This change request incorporates instructions related to the requirement in 42 CFR 424.57(d) that certain DMEPOS suppliers obtain a surety bond as a prerequisite for enrolling and maintaining one’s enrollment in the Medicare program.

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

Issue Date: March 27, 2009

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