A bookmark is available for all Medicare Fee-for-Service (FFS) providers and suppliers and their staff to use as a one-stop resource for the Medicare FFS provider and supplier web pages available on the CMS website. This bookmark tells you how to get to the web page with the download that allows you to access and peruse all the Medicare FFS web pages available. You can stay abreast of policy and operational updates to FFS initiatives from the CMS website. This bookmark is available at the MLN Product Ordering page. To order free of charge, visit http://www.cms.hhs.gov/MLNProducts/80_FFS_Provider_Web_Pages.asp , scroll down to "Related Links Inside CMS" and select "MLN Product Ordering Page." The format is an Educational Tool.
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It's Not Too Late to Give and Get the Flu Shot!
In the US, the peak of flu season typically occurs anywhere from late December through March; however, flu season can last as late as May. Each office visit presents an opportunity for you to talk with your patients about the importance of getting an annual flu shot and a one time pneumococcal vaccination. Protect yourself, your patients, and your family and friends by getting and giving the flu shot. Don't Get the Flu. Don't Give the Flu.
Remember - Influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations plus their administration are covered Part B benefits. Note that influenza and pneumococcal vaccines are NOT Part D covered drugs.
Health care professionals and their staff can learn more about Medicare's Part B coverage of adult immunizations and related provider education resources, by reviewing Special Edition MLN Matters article SE0838 http://www.cms.hhs.gov/MLNMattersArticles/downloads/SE0838.pdf on the CMS website.
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