CMS mulls global surgery period reductions, additions and revisions

Why This Topic Matters

The proposals could affect how practices track and report services associated with global surgery periods and how Medicare evaluates payment for services furnished on the same day. Understanding the topics under consideration can help practices follow the rulemaking process and assess its potential relevance to their operations.

Article Sections

1. Wrap up global surgery period data collection

   This section reviews CMS’s global surgery period data collection efforts, related oversight concerns, and discussion of possible future reporting approaches.

2. Cut payment for claims involving E/M services

   This section covers a proposed approach to payment when E/M services and procedures with global surgery periods are reported on the same day. It also discusses the scope of the proposal and requests for comment.

3. Allow the patient-trust add-on with same-day global period services

   This section outlines proposed revisions to an add-on code and considers its use alongside office or other outpatient visits associated with same-day procedures.