As Senate action on SGR repeal looms, get your practice through the interim period

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps practices stay informed during a period when Medicare payment policy and reporting requirements may change quickly. It is relevant to organizations that need to manage cash flow, claims processing, and reporting obligations while monitoring federal legislation and agency guidance.

Article Sections

1. Interim Medicare reimbursement and claims timing

   Covers the period before final congressional action and the practical uncertainty surrounding Medicare claim submission and payment timing.

2. Practice workflow and patient collection considerations

   Discusses general office-level considerations for charge entry, claim submission timing, and patient collections during the waiting period.

3. Reporting programs and future payment models

   Summarizes broad policy changes affecting quality reporting, incentive structures, and the transition toward more performance-based payment approaches.