Getting CMS Reimbursement for Medical Products was presented at the FDLI/Clinical Device Group E-conference, September 7, 2006.
FDA approved or cleared products are eligible for Medicare coverage and payment. However, many manufacturers have discovered that the Medicare coverage process, administered by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, present many hurdles that must be overcome. Early planning for and understanding of the Medicare coverage process for new medical technology is important to development of successful strategies that lead to Medicare payment for new products. Getting CMS Reimbursement for Medical Products explains the Medicare coverage process and highlights important strategic considerations for Medicare coverage and payment.