MedCity News January 26, 2022
Six years in, the subtext of the scheduled reimbursements increase for 2022 is that CCM has proven to be an essential part of the care continuum, particularly in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, and has real value for patients, providers, and payers.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) officially released its final 2022 Physician Fee Schedule, including increased reimbursements for chronic care management (CCM). CMS began recognizing chronic care management in 2015 when it first included CCM reimbursements in its physician fee schedule. Since then, CMS has considered CCM a “critical component” of primary care, helping patients managing chronic conditions achieve overall better health.
The goal is simple: improve patient outcomes while reducing the cost of treatment....
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