New mechanism for device rental

New flat rates for the use of devices are about to be introduced in the nomenclature of medical acts and services, replacing the device fees indicated by the letter x (Article 15 of the nomenclature).

These changes affect the following medical specialities: Gynaecology-obstetrics, Hepatology-gastroenterology, and Otorhinolaryngology.

In a nutshell

Pending publication of these amendments in the Mémorial, which are expected to come into force on 1 January 2025, we would like to explain the practical implications of these new flat rates for invoicing.

Major consequence of flat rates for device usage fees: From the date of entry into force, doctors in the disciplines will no longer be able to invoice acts marked with the letter X.

Flat rates for device usage can be invoiced via:

Immediate direct payment (PID)
Third-party payment

Please note that the new flat rates are covered at 100% of the nomenclature tariffs.

The CNS has published a section dedicated to flat rates for device usage on its website.

I access the page DEVICE USAGE FEES here