patient care delivery stated in the health care professional exception provided in clause (ii) of subsection (a)(20)(F), shall be considered along with documentation created by other health professionals, including physicians, nurse practitioners, occupational therapists, and physical therapists. . 6. Distinguishing orthotists and prosthetists from suppliers of durable medical equipment and supplies (a) Requirements for suppliers of medical equipment and supplies Section 1834(j)(5) of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1395m(j)(5) ) is amended by striking subparagraph (C). (b) Requirements for orthotists and prosthetists (1) In general Section 1834 of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1395m ) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: (v) Requirements for orthotists and prosthetists (1) Issuance and renewal of supplier number (A) Payment (i) In general No payment may be made under this part to an orthotic or prosthetic supplier unless such orthotic or prosthetic supplier obtains (and renews at such intervals as the Secretary may require) a supplier number. (ii) Clarification regarding providers under part A Nothing in clause (i) shall prohibit a provider otherwise permitted to receive payment for orthotics and prosthetics under part A from continuing to receive payment under such part without interruption. (B) Standards for possessing a supplier number An orthotic or prosthetic supplier may only obtain a supplier number if the supplier meets standards prescribed by the Secretary that include requirements that the orthotic or prosthetic supplier (and, where applicable, the orthotist or prosthetist)— (i) licensure or accreditation— (I) complies with all applicable State and Federal licensure and regulatory requirements