Kansas/Western Missouri
"The accuracy of non-invasive diagnostic studies depends on the
knowledge, skill, and experience of the technologist and interpreter.
Consequently, the providers of interpretations must be capable of
demonstrating documented training and experience and maintain documentation
for post-payment audit. Furthermore, effective 12:01 A.M. July 1,
1998, all non-invasive vascular diagnostic studies must be performed
by, or under the direct supervision of, persons that have demonstrated
minimum entry level competency by being credentialed in vascular
technology. Examples of appropriate certification include the Registered
Vascular Technologist (RVT). Supervision requires the credentialed
individual’s physical presence in the facility.
Appendix A
Certification for Vascular Laboratories/Vascular Technologists
In January 1996, the first revision to the local medical review policy
regarding "Non-Invasive Vascular Studies" was published and
included information regarding certification for vascular laboratories
and vascular technicians. This article is intended to provide clarifications
and guidance in relation to certification requirements.
One or more technologists in each vascular laboratory must be certified by
a credentialing board recognized by the Intersocietal Commission for Accreditation
of Vascular Laboratories (ICAVL) or the National Council for Certifying
Agencies.
Laboratories may be certified by the Intersocietal Commission for
the Accreditation of Vascular Laboratories. Certification of the
laboratory itself supersedes the requirement for certification of
individual technologists.
If a certified technologist supervises technologists who are not certified,
the certified RVT must:
a) be physically present during the testing; and
b) sign the record of the test and attest to the quality of the examination.
These requirements will be necessary to payment of services provided beginning
12:01 A.M. July 1, 1998."
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