decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2008 Issue 12 (December)
Final Rule Fee Schedule: Medicare fees for ObGyns to remain unchanged in 2009
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Article Overview
This article explains how the 2009 Medicare physician fee schedule affects ObGyn practices, with emphasis on changes to the conversion factor, MIPPA-related payment adjustments, and the way CMS calculations influence payments for selected services. It is intended for physicians, coders, billers, and practice managers who follow Medicare reimbursement updates and want to understand the general scope of the annual fee schedule rule and its impact on common office and imaging services.
Why This Topic Matters
Medicare fee schedule updates can affect reimbursement planning, practice budgeting, and charge review for ObGyn services. This article helps readers understand the overall direction of 2009 payment changes and the categories of services most likely to be affected.
What You Will Learn
- How the 2009 Medicare physician fee schedule affects ObGyn reimbursement overall
- What role MIPPA plays in the annual Medicare payment update
- How CMS payment methodology changes can influence selected office and imaging services
- Which broad service categories are discussed as experiencing payment movement
Who Should Read This
- ObGyn physicians
- Medical coders
- Medical billers
- Practice managers
- Revenue cycle staff
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