Online exclusive: More CMS payment, policy and coding proposals

Why This Topic Matters

The proposals could affect how certain services are paid, reported, and administered under Medicare. Understanding the scope of the changes helps health care organizations assess operational impact and prepare for policy updates.

Article Sections

1. CMS payment proposals

   Summarizes proposed Medicare payment policy changes discussed by CMS for the fee schedule cycle. The section focuses on broad reimbursement and valuation topics, including imaging-related payment concepts and practice expense updates.

2. Proposed policy changes

   Covers policy updates CMS is proposing for service delivery, telehealth, quality reporting, and related administrative requirements. The section includes discussion of care settings, reporting flexibility, and measure-based programs.

3. Coding policy proposals

   Reviews proposed coding changes across multiple service areas, including additions, deletions, and valuation revisions. The section addresses several specialty-specific service categories and Medicare code maintenance topics.