For Patients

PDAC approval means that a product has been reviewed and approved by Medicare's Pricing, Data Analysis, and Coding (PDAC) contractor. When you see the "PDAC Approved" badge on a product, it indicates:

• The product has met Medicare's stringent quality and functionality standards.
• The product has been assigned a specific HCPCS code for billing purposes.
• Many private insurance companies also recognize PDAC approval when processing claims.

Important: Brace Direct does not bill insurance directly. To learn why, see our page: Why We Don't Bill Insurance.

For Healthcare Providers

As a healthcare provider, recommending PDAC approved products offers several advantages:

• Streamlined Billing: PDAC-approved products have established HCPCS codes for easy Medicare billing.
• Increased Approval Rates: Products with PDAC approval meet Medicare's standards, reducing claim denials.
• Quality Assurance: PDAC approval independently verifies medical standards and product quality.
• Patient Confidence: Patients can purchase confidently knowing the product meets Medicare standards.

When recommending a PDAC-approved product, include:

• The appropriate HCPCS code (provided on our product pages)
• Proper documentation of medical necessity
• Relevant diagnosis codes

View our PDAC approval letters and HCPCS codes here.

About PDAC Approval

The PDAC (Pricing, Data Analysis, and Coding) contractor evaluates products based on:

• Quality of materials and construction
• Durability and functionality
• Compliance with coding guidelines
• Consistency with established medical standards

Products undergo rigorous review before receiving PDAC approval, ensuring they meet the high standards required for Medicare.

At Brace Direct, we clearly label all PDAC-approved products, helping patients and providers make informed medical equipment choices.