CMS: Direct Supervision by Interactive Telecommunications Technology

CMS has approved direct supervision using real-time, interactive audio and video technology until the later of the end of the calendar year in which the PHE ends. To find out more, read on!

CMS recognized that in some cases, the physical proximity of the physician or practitioner might present additional infection exposure risk to the patient and/or practitioner.

After consideration of public comment, CMS has finalized that direct supervision may be provided using real-time, interactive audio and video technology through the later of the end of the calendar year in which the PHE ends or December 31, 2021.

Sourcehttps://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/final-policy-payment-and-quality-provisions-changes-medicare-physician-fee-schedule-calendar-year-1


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