Medicare

Medicare Bonds or DMEPOS Bonds, are mandatory for manufacturers and suppliers of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOS). Starting in January 2009 after a rule imposed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The requirement is aimed at curbing medical fraud and malpractice.

In most cases, suppliers are required to obtain a $50,000 surety bond, however there are some unique exceptions. The bond amount will actually increase beyond $50,000 for suppliers that are deemed "high risk".

Some suppliers may qualify for an exemption from the Medicare/DMEPOS Bond requirement:

- Physicians and non-physician practitioners, as defined in section1842(b)(18) of the Social Security Act, if the items are furnished only to the physician or non-physician practitioner\'s patients as part of the service. Also covered are: