On May 26, 2020, ISASS sent a comment letter to Anthem regarding their Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Coverage Policy, which is used in many states/regions by Anthem for fee schedule and coverage policies. The ISASS letter asked that Anthem revise their coverage policy to consider inclusion of coverage of minimally invasive sacroiliac joint fusion, which would...
On April 24, 2020, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced additional support to healthcare providers fighting the COVID-19 pandemic through the bipartisan CARES Act that provides $100 billion in relief funds to hospitals and other healthcare providers impacted by the coronavirus response. This funding will be used to support healthcare-related expenses or...
HHS CMS Announces Evaluation of Amounts and Timing of Payments Under Its Accelerated Payment Program and Suspending the Advance Payment Program On April 26, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that it is reevaluating the amounts that will be paid under its Accelerated Payment Program and suspending its Advance Payment Program to...
U.S. Congress Passes Massive Updated Stimulus Package, Which Includes Additional Relief for Physician and Physician Practices The U.S. Senate and House of Representatives approved the latest COVID-19 relief bill on April 21 and April 23, respectively. Known as the “Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act” (COVID 3.5), President Trump has indicated he will...