E/M Coding Alert - 2022 Issue 6
Physician Notes: CMS Offers New Update on Cost Category for MIPS 2021
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Article Overview
This article covers a CMS update related to the MIPS cost category for the 2021 performance year and 2023 payment year. It explains the broader context of COVID-19-related adjustments, mentions how the change applies across reporting structures, and notes the timing of related performance feedback. The article is relevant to physicians, group practices, virtual groups, and coding/compliance professionals following Medicare quality program updates.
Why This Topic Matters
Changes to MIPS category weighting can affect performance feedback, participation strategy, and how clinicians and practices interpret year-specific quality program results. Readers tracking Medicare policy updates will want to understand the scope and timing of this CMS adjustment.
What You Will Learn
- How CMS adjusted the MIPS cost category for the 2021 performance year
- How the update relates to COVID-19-related policy changes
- Which reporting structures are included in the change
- When performance feedback is expected to be available
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Group practices
- Virtual groups
- Medical coders
- Compliance staff
- Quality reporting professionals
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