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Date: July 22,2026
Using a Physician Order as the Initial Certification for Medicare
Are you aware that you can use a physician order in lieu of a physician signing your initial plan of care? You didn’t? Don’t feel bad, you are not alone! Reviewers at your Medicare Administrative Contractor who are reviewing your outpatient therapy documentation are unaware as well.
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Rick,
Appreciate this clarification. I’m assuming this is only for “traditional” Medicare and not Medicare Advantage plans, unfortunately.
Thanks
That is correct
Thanks for publishing this, Rick. We are actually in the middle of a TPE audit with WPS and they do not understand this rule change. We are going to battle for what we know is right and your information has been very helpful.
You are welcome. The resource at the end of this article will be your clincher for the victory!