Lexology December 9, 2022
On November 2, 2022, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued CY 2023 Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule (Final Rule), implementing certain updates and policy changes for Medicare payments under the Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and changes to the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP), effective on or after January 1, 2023. The Final Rule addresses, among other things, PFS payment rates, coding and revaluation of certain evaluation and management visits, updates to Medicare provider enrollment policies, and MSSP requirements.
The Final Rule implements policies to achieve a more efficient and equitable healthcare system. Changes to the PFS and payment policies ensure that payment systems updates reflect changes in medical practice and appropriate payment for services. Updates to the...