Independent Diagnostic Testing Facilities- physician supervision and technician requirements

Independent Diagnostic Testing Facilities may perform the diagnostic procedures listed if they meet the code-specific supervising physician specialties and technician qualifications and obtain Contractor authorization for the HCPCS/CPT codes they will bill. Suppliers furnishing the technical component of advanced diagnostic imaging (CT, MRI, PET) must hold accreditation from one of the four CMS-approved organizations (ACR, IAC, RadSite, TJC); CPT codes listed do not guarantee Medicare coverage and all services remain subject to Medicare rules, LCDs, and medical necessity.

"An IDTF may perform the diagnostic services listed in this policy provided the facility meets the supervising physician qualification and technician qualification specified for each CPT/HCPCS code ..."

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