9 major changes to e-Rx and PQRS programs in final fee schedule

Why This Topic Matters

The changes described affect whether practices can avoid penalties or qualify for incentives under Medicare reporting programs. Understanding the revised reporting structure, group thresholds, and EHR reporting pathways helps practices evaluate their reporting strategy and administrative workload.

Article Sections

1. Final fee schedule

   Introduces the Medicare fee schedule rule changes and frames their impact on practice reporting responsibilities.

2. Big tweaks to e-Rx program

   Covers updates to the e-prescribing incentive program, including reporting periods, group participation structure, reporting methods, and alignment with other Medicare reporting options.

3. New additions to PQRS

   Summarizes the new PQRS-related program features, including EHR-based participation options, group definitions, reporting criteria, and measure availability.