May 31, 2023
DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Program: Temporary Gap Period Starts January 1
All Medicare Round 2021 DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Program contracts for off-the-shelf back and knee braces expire on December 31, 2023. Starting January 1, 2024, there will be a temporary gap in the program.
CMS plans to conduct bidding for the next round after the upcoming rulemaking process, including public notice and comment.
See the Temporary Gap Period fact sheet for more information. Continue to watch these webpages for updates: