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Physicians are guiding new payment system, CMS chief says

The design of the new Medicare payment system was driven by physician input. The chief of Medicare urged physicians to continue to collaborate with the agency to make sure the system allows them to determine the best ways to provide care for their patients.

Medicare & Medicaid
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3 principles driving new Medicare payment systems

According to Andy Slavitt, acting administrator of CMS, the goal of the new Medicare payment system is to allow physicians to focus on patient care. Measures to make the system flexible and easy to use are key principles.

Medicare & Medicaid
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Draft regulations outline next phase of Medicare

A 962-page proposed rule by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services details the draft regulations the agency is considering for implementation of last year’s groundbreaking Medicare reform law.

Medicare & Medicaid
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Historic Medicare payment policy changes an opportunity for success

Proposed changes to the physician payment system in Medicare are historic. They present opportunities to build an environment that fosters greater physician satisfaction.

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Leadership Viewpoints
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AMA responds to new Medicare proposals

The AMA commends CMS for its proposed regulations to Medicare reform that could lead to improved quality and better outcomes for patients.

Press Releases
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Physicians tell House panel keys to new Medicare law implementation

Physician leaders testified before a House committee about the landmark Medicare reform law and necessary steps to ensure implementation is optimal for physicians and patients.

Medicare & Medicaid
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AMA testifies at House panel on pending Medicare changes

AMA Immediate Past Chair Barbara McAneny, M.D., told a House panel that MACRA regulations are a chance to improve health care flexibility and innovation.

Press Releases
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From meaningful use to MACRA: What you need to know now

AMA board chair comments on new quality reporting and payment system for Medicare. Urges physicians to understand meaningful use and implementation of MACRA to determine future course of their practices.

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CMS Acting Administrator Andy Slavitt speaking at the 2016 National Advocacy Conference.
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3 changes Medicare is making to put patients back at the center of care

Government administrator outlined 3 ways Medicare is changing its culture to listen more to physicians and give them the freedom they need to keep patients at the center of care.

Medicare & Medicaid