Topic in Focus: Merit-based Incentive Payment System

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Move to MIPS may come with regulatory relief

The proposed 2018 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule includes a CMS invitation to suggest how agency can reduce physicians’ administrative burdens.

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Avoid MIPS penalties in 2019: What physicians need to know

Unless they are otherwise exempt, physicians must participate in QPP to avoid receiving payment penalties.

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Need to know your MIPS participation status? Find out online

Whether practicing solo or in a group, it’s an easy way for physicians to determine whether they must report data this year to avoid future pay cuts.

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May 4, 2017: National Advocacy Update

ACA replacement bill, FY 2017 omnibus appropriations bill and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

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April 20, 2017: National Advocacy Update

Physician-focused payment models, IPPS proposed rule and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

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March 23, 2017: National Advocacy Update

Health reform, House considers medical liability reform bill and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

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Physician voice shapes Medicare pay reform final rule

With the issuance of its final rule on MACRA, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has created a new Medicare payment system called the Quality Payment Program. Based on the reforms we've seen, we know that CMS is listening to physician's voices.

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AMA responds to CMS' final Medicare (MACRA) rule

The AMA released a statement in response to the CMS’ final rule on Medicare payment and delivery reform, as created by MACRA.

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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.

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