COVID-19: Don’t Miss Recent Exceptions that Impact Your General Surgery Practice

Why This Topic Matters

COVID-19 emergency policy updates can change what services may be delivered, how they are billed, and which temporary flexibilities remain available. Practices need to stay current with federal guidance to avoid compliance problems and to understand which Medicare telehealth services are included during the public health emergency.

Article Sections

1. Know the PHE Extension Specifics

   This section summarizes the public health emergency extension timeline and the broader effect of the extension on pandemic-related flexibilities. It also references the federal agencies involved and a source for current emergency information.

2. Get the Scoop on 11 New Telehealth Additions

   This section covers the Medicare telehealth list expansion announced during the public health emergency and notes the general categories of services added. It also points readers to CMS telehealth resources and discusses related billing references.