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Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies (DMEPOS) suppliers—follow requirements for Standard Written Orders (SWOs):

  • Keep a SWO from the treating practitioner on file
  • Get the SWO before submitting a claim for all DMEPOS items
  • Get the SWO before delivery for certain items
  • Submit completed SWOs for all DMEPOS services billed if there is an audit