‘It is just a real gut punch’ – Physician in Congress discusses proposed reduction in Medicare Physician Fee Schedule

Medical Economics November 1, 2024
Richard Payerchin

Key Takeaways

• The proposed legislation seeks to prevent a 2.8% cut in physician reimbursement, suggesting a 1.8% increase instead.
• Bipartisan support is crucial for the bill, emphasizing the need to address physician reimbursement amidst rising medical costs.
• The legislative calendar is tight, with limited time for the bill’s passage before year-end.
• Long-term Medicare challenges include increased life expectancy and a declining contributor-to-recipient ratio, necessitating major reform.

Rep. Greg Murphy, MD, is sponsoring legislation to improve Medicare pay to doctors.

The sponsor of legislation to stop a cut in Medicare reimbursement to physicians said he is optimistic Congress can address the issue as 2024 draws to a close.

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