Medical Economics November 22, 2024
Key Takeaways
- Potential changes to Medicare reimbursement may emphasize primary care and prevention, addressing historical biases favoring specialized medicine.
- The AMA’s RUC is instrumental in determining physician payment codes, influencing the distribution of Medicare funds across specialties.
- Primary care in the U.S. is underfunded compared to other developed nations, with a declining number of primary care physicians.
- The AMA and other medical organizations are advocating for increased Medicare reimbursement and streamlined prior authorization processes.
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