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How to become a DME Supplier

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22 Aug

How to become a DME Supplier

What Is DME?

Durable Medical Equipment (DME) is medical equipment that is ordered by healthcare providers for patients. This equipment can include CPAP machines, walkers, wheelchairs, oxygen equipment, canes, crutches, monitors, etc.

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What is the credentialing process like?

Several different components go into credentialing a DME company. Credentialing a DME company takes a substantial amount of time and resources. You must make sure you are adequately credentialed with insurance companies in your area before claim submission begins to decrease lost revenue.

Before you start the DME credentialing process, you must ensure you have all of your information gathered to submit your applications. Most new DME companies start enrolling with their area’s top 6-12 insurances. Getting credentialed with these payers can take 4-6 months, so beginning the process as early as possible is essential.

How to become a DME supplier:

  • Register your company with the state and obtain your Federal Tax ID or EIN. (This typically takes 2-4 weeks)
  • Create your Type 2 NPI
  • Meet all of the DME Standards and go through the DME Accreditation process with a Medicare and Medicaid-approved accreditation organization. (This typically takes 3-9 months after the initial company set-up is completed)
  • Per CMS requirements, obtain a surety bond, making the national supplier clearinghouse the obligee.
  • Get your documents in order and submit your applications to the desired payers.
  • Obtain in-network contracts with your enrolled payers and start billing claims to the insurance companies.

If you want to become an in-network DME supplier, consider contacting TriumpHealth to get your organization credentialed. TriumpHealth works nationwide with Ancillary and DME companies and knows all the necessary steps to enroll you. To talk to someone about credentialing your business, call 817-857-1075 or email sales@triumphealth.com.