All FI must meet the requirements outlined in the medicare intermediary manual. Fiscal intermediary services organizations (FISOs) are regulated by the Office of Insurance Regulation.
Fat free mass consists of water (72%) protein (21%) and bone minerals (7%) typically an adult has only 3-4kg bodyweight from bone. Fat mass varies considerably between individuals, in terms of absolute amount. Fat mass consists of 20% water and 80% adipose tissue. Healthy ranges of body fat range from between 14-20% for men, a percentage of greater than 25% is considered to be unhealthy and puts the individual at an increased risk of obesity related illness. Healthy ranges for women range between 17-24% where a level of 30% body fat is considered unhealthy and at a level of increased risk.
Due to their low body fat and bone mass, infants are about 73% water. The body water content of men is about 60%, but since women have relatively more body fat and less skeletal muscle than men, theirs is about 50%. Total body water is a function of age, body mass, and body fat. Due to their low body fat and bone mass, infants are about 73% water. The body water content of men is about 60%, but since women have relatively more body fat and less skeletal muscle than men, theirs is about 50%. Body water declines throughout life, ultimately comprising about 45% of total body mass in old age.