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4 MIN READ

Customizable MIPS tool helps physicians build QPP strategy

New resource geared for physicians is designed to help practices take part in Medicare's new payment program.

Payment & Delivery Models
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5 MIN READ

Move to MIPS may come with regulatory relief

The proposed 2018 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule includes a CMS invitation to suggest how agency can reduce physicians’ administrative burdens.

Payment & Delivery Models
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7 MIN READ

Many physicians, still fuzzy on details, feel unprepared for QPP

The AMA offers resources and tools to help physicians understand where their practice stands and steps they can take to avoid payment penalties.

Medicare & Medicaid
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2 MIN READ

June 29, 2017: Advocacy spotlight on CMS proposes more flexibility, transition time for QPP's 2nd year

The CMS released a proposal that could affect how doctors practice. AMA praises CMS for helping doctors.

Advocacy Update
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5 MIN READ

CMS proposes more flexibility, transition time for QPP’s 2nd year

While the Senate health care bill is dominating health care news, CMS has released an important proposal that will affect physicians next year and beyond.

Payment & Delivery Models
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4 MIN READ

Avoid MIPS penalties in 2019: What physicians need to know

Unless they are otherwise exempt, physicians must participate in QPP to avoid receiving payment penalties.

Payment & Delivery Models
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3 MIN READ

Need to know your MIPS participation status? Find out online

Whether practicing solo or in a group, it’s an easy way for physicians to determine whether they must report data this year to avoid future pay cuts.

Payment & Delivery Models
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4 MIN READ

New Medicare shared-savings model friendlier to small practices

CMS pairs participation bonus with less risk to get more small practices into Medicare ACOs. May 31 is the deadline to give notice of intent to apply.

Payment & Delivery Models
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4 MIN READ

Missing from MACRA: 2 Meaningful Use milestones

The final rule implementing MACRA contains a welcome but little-noticed provision that relieves physicians of EHR-reporting burdens.

Medicare & Medicaid