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5 MIN READ

Changes to shore up small practices under new Medicare payment system

The final rule for the new Medicare payment system is expected by November. The AMA sent a comment letter to CMS with suggested changes to help physicians in solo, small, and rural practices succeed under MACRA.

Payment & Delivery Models
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7 MIN READ

New pay model allows physicians to closely manage cancer patients

The American Society of Clinical Oncology developed an alternative payment model that makes sure cancer patients get the support and services they need while allowing physicians to accommodate those expenses.

Payment & Delivery Models
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1 MIN READ

AMA says CMS cardiac proposal includes positive steps

The AMA responded to a proposed rule by CMS that would create new payment models for patients who have a heart attack or undergo coronary artery bypass surgery.

Press Releases
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3 MIN READ

3 ways to battle the “July effect” in teaching hospitals

Each July new medical residents start work and struggle with efficiency, quality and patient safety. Hospitals see costs, stays and patient mortality peak. Three policies address the “July effect” to make transition to residency easier.

Scope of Practice
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4 MIN READ

Changes to Meaningful Use program: Relieving physician reporting burdens

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has proposed 3 changes to Meaningful Use. They are designed to better support physicians in providing beneficiaries with the right care at the right time.

Medicare & Medicaid
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5 MIN READ

Tracking patients between visits: A new health care model

New models of care will be a critical part of the new Medicare payment system. Tracking patients between visits for any complication or progressing medical issues is one model of value-based care.

Payment & Delivery Models
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4 MIN READ

Later start date could ease transition to new Medicare system

Seeking a later start date, the AMA proposes treating the first year as a transitional period to allow physicians to learn about new Medicare system and alternative payment models. Reasons why are provided.

Medicare & Medicaid
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2 MIN READ

AMA statement on CMS effort to help physicians succeed under MACRA

The CMS head testifies before the Senate committee stating consideration of steps to address concerns over physicians' readiness for MACRA implementation.

Press Releases
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3 MIN READ

AMA responds to CMS update of physician fee schedule

The AMA responded today to policies outlined last week in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) physician fee schedule proposed rule.

Press Releases