CMS Schedules Additional Bidders Conference Calls

BALTIMORE–In a Friday afternoon notice, CMS said it will hold
two competitive bidding teleconferences this week. The 60-day bid
window for the Medicare program’s first round is set to close July
13.

—A call on “Small Suppliers” will be held Wednesday,
June 20, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. EDT. Officials will discuss
small supplier provisions, including the small supplier target,
selection of multiple winners, bidding in separate product
categories and networks.

—An “Open Call” on Thursday, June 21, from 2 to 4 p.m.
EDT will provide an opportunity to ask questions about the
Medicare bidding program. The call will not be limited to any
specific topic.

There is no charge for the teleconferences, but providers must
register to receive the dial-in number and passcode. An audio
recording and transcripts will be available on the Competitive
Bidding Implementation Contractor Web site after each call.

To register for the teleconferences, go to the CBIC site at
www.dmecompetitivebid.com.

Questions may be submitted ahead of time by e-mailing [email protected].