CMS Opposes OIG Call For Single Entity To Help Steer Part B Rx Drug Coverage

The HHS Inspector General suggests CMS choose a single entity to help Medicare administrative contractors determine drug coverage in Part B, but CMS officials argue that such an entity would not capture regional differences. The Inspector General says the current system might contribute to inconsistencies in drug coverage among regions of the country. The network of eight administrative contractors serve as the primary operational contact between the Medicare fee-for-service program and providers. The contractors are responsible for administering both Part...