…not official, CMS believes implementation of this plan is within its existing authority. This comes after the Biden administration in 2021 repealed the rule that had provided expedited coverage…

…capped at a maximum of 9 percent (as opposed to the previous 12 percent). The 5 percent added incentive payment for physicians in Alternative Payment Models was retained. Funding…

This meeting is surgeon-focused, well organized and very informative. 1640126341:7 7 default Tony Castellvi, MD, Spine Surgeon Florida Orthopedic Institute…

…Fee Schedule (PFS) based on national uniform relative value units (RVUs) that account for the relative resources used in providing a service. The Act requires that RVUs be established…

…of Chairman Morgan Lorio, MD, the Task Force’s work is seemingly endless; in July, the Task Force issued a statement on coding for SI joint fusions, following changes issued…

…& Reimbursement Task Force is charged with: 1.) identifying spinal surgery-related coding and reimbursement issues that may adversely impact patient access to medically indicated spine surgeries; 2.) developing for…

The scientific sessions were robust and comprehensive. If you want to stay informed on emerging technologies in spine surgery, this meeting is a must. 1640126428:7 7 default Scott Blumenthal,…

Omnibus Budget Bill Includes Physician Payment Cut Relief On December 29, 2022, President Biden signed the 2023 Omnibus Budget Bill into law. The Bill had been approved by the…

…collaboration during the transition to ICD-10. As you already know, ICD-10 codes must be used for services provided on and after October 1, 2015. ISASS compiled relevant information and…

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