Physicians need time to examine effects of CMS coding changes for 2024
Medical Economics March 3, 2023
MGMA agrees accurate billing is essential, but more information is needed before changing the system next year.
More time and explanation would help physicians and administrators understand changes that could be coming for Medicare Advantage (MA) plans next year.
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has published its 2024 Advance Notice for the Medicare Advantage and Part D Prescription Drug Programs for updates that would take effect Jan. 1, 2024.
The Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) has asked for more time and for additional details from CMS to determine how proposed changes will affect its members, which range from small, rural practices, to large regional and national health systems.
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