CMS Documentation Requirements for DME
Published: 09/09/2025
Sources:
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Relevant To:
- Home Health,
- Long Term Care,
- Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility
The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Comprehensive Error Rate Testing (CERT) Task Force continues to identify missing or incomplete proof of delivery (POD) documents for DME claims.
DME suppliers are required to maintain POD documentation for seven (7) years from the date of service, regardless of delivery method. Recipients of DME or a designee must sign for acceptance of the equipment.
Proof of Delivery must include:
- Beneficiary's name
- Delivery address
- Qua…