President signs Medicare payment fix bill, delays reimbursement cut

Why This Topic Matters

Federal payment and compliance changes can affect practice finances, billing planning, and administrative obligations. Readers following Medicare reimbursement policy or office compliance issues will want to know the general scope and timing of these updates.

Article Sections

1. Medicare and Medicaid Extenders Act of 2010

   Discusses the late-2010 legislation affecting Medicare physician payment policy and the expected short-term reimbursement environment. Mentions CMS conversion factor context and timing.

2. Red Flag Rule altered

   Summarizes a separate federal legislative change involving identity-theft safeguard requirements and the narrowing of the FTC’s reach. Notes the relevance for physician practices and other small businesses.