Practices will adopt new codes slowly, MIPS competition will be fierce and more

Why This Topic Matters

The piece helps readers gauge likely uptake of new reporting options, anticipate competition in MIPS performance, and monitor emerging policy debate that could affect Medicare payment strategy and practice workflow.

Article Sections

1. Prediction: New codes will see a slow adoption rate

   Covers survey findings and expert commentary about expected uptake of newly introduced Medicare preventive and behavioral health reporting options. It also discusses practice awareness, billing patterns, and implementation challenges at a high level.

2. Prediction: You’ll face a highly competitive environment for MIPS bonuses

   Summarizes expected MIPS participation trends in 2018, including survey responses from practices of different sizes and expert views on performance goals. The section focuses on competition, reporting intensity, and the broader Quality Payment Program context.

3. Prediction: Calls for widespread changes to the MIPS program will grow next year — but MIPS will persist in 2019

   Reviews anticipated policy debate around MIPS, including criticism from organizations and concerns about the evolving cost component. It addresses possible reform pressure and continued program presence in the following year.