2016 Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule with Comment Period Now Open
The major proposed rule addresses changes to the physician fee schedule, and other Medicare Part B payment policies to ensure that payment systems are updated to reflect changes in medical practice and the relative value of services, as well as changes in the statute.
The major proposed rule addresses changes to the physician fee schedule, and other Medicare Part B payment policies to ensure that payment systems are updated to reflect changes in medical practice and the relative value of services, as well as changes in the statute.
Grantees may be interested in two particular items within the proposed rule, one related to the Collaborative Care model of integrating behavioral health into primary care and a second related to payment for Advanced Care Planning discussions for end-of-life discussions.
To be assured consideration, comments must be received no later than 5:00 PM on September 8, 2015. For more information, click here.