Physician Note: New Legislation Aims to Reform SGR System

Article Overview

This article covers proposed federal legislation aimed at reforming the Medicare physician payment system and moving away from the Sustainable Growth Rate formula. It is relevant to physicians, medical practice administrators, and coding/reimbursement professionals who track Medicare payment policy, physician fee schedule updates, and advocacy efforts by major physician organizations. The piece also notes the broader policy context around payment stability, quality-focused models, and access to care.