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AMA introduces new tools to help physicians prepare for MACRA

The AMA unveiled several online tools to help physicians through pending Medicare payment and delivery changes and help them succeed under the new 2017 program.

Press Releases
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Reports show 2017 Medicare payment adjustments

Two new reports with information on 2015 cost and quality data indicate which physicians or practices will see related Medicare payment adjustments in 2017.

Medicare & Medicaid
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Medicare fee schedule proposed rule needs work

Physicians submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services urging changes to its proposed rule to revise the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and Part B.

Medicare & Medicaid
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MACRA penalties can now be avoided, CMS says

Avoiding penalties under the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) is possible if physicians choose 1 of 3 reporting options by 2017. The options will be described fully in the final rule.

Medicare & Medicaid
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AMA praises administration's MACRA moves giving physicians flexibility

The AMA applauds Secretary Burwell and Acting Administrator Slavitt for listening to physicians' concerns about the timeline that was originally proposed for MACRA.

Press Releases
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New model of care offers MACRA advantage

The five-year primary care medical home model, Comprehensive Primary Care Plus (CPC+) could help a physician’s practice during the MACRA transition. One way to qualify for the Advanced APM track is to apply for CPC+.

Payment & Delivery Models
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How Medicare payment changes will affect physicians

Physicians will see Medicare changes starting in 2019. Under MACRA, they’ll receive partial credit for elements they can report on, earn bonuses if they score above average performance thresholds, and reduce penalties.

Payment & Delivery Models
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How a new transitions model helped one patient

After discharge it’s often up to the patient to adhere to medication regimens. A new transitions model helped one patient take charge of his health and better understand and adhere to his care plan.

Payment & Delivery Models
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A primary care model for the new Medicare payment system

Medicare announced open application period for physician practices to participate in Comprehensive Primary Care Plus, a new, nationwide primary care payment model. CPC+ gives participating practices better opportunities for success.

Payment & Delivery Models