CMS Proposes New Ophthalmology MVP, Shake Up for Cataract Surgery MIPS | AAO 2024
Managed Healthcare Executive October 22, 2024
Changes have been proposed to the quality payment program that could have ups and downs, but not, perhaps for some, until 2029.
The 2025 proposed Quality Payment Program (QPP) rule has been announced and includes a few key adjustments that could change Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) reporting for ophthalmologists. The proposal comes with many similarities, some welcomed changes, and a few major adjustments, according to Brandy Keys, MPH, at a session held during the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) annual meeting.
“Overall, there’s little change in what I call the foundational elements of the MIPS program; however, there are two significant proposals related to ophthalmology specifically, and that’s the complete ophthalmic care MVP and then the revisions to the...