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On Nov. 1, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the CY2025 Medicare physician fee schedule final rule which includes updates to physician payment policies, the Medicare Shared Savings Program and the Quality Payment Program (QPP). Among the most notable changes, CMS has finalized a statutorily required 2.83% pay cut through a … Read More
Voting plays a crucial role in shaping the future of health care, directly influencing policies that affect the osteopathic profession. Elections determine the lawmakers responsible for decisions on key issues, including funding for graduate medical education, addressing Medicare physician payment, scope of practice issues and broader public health initiatives. By participating in the electoral process … Read More
The AOA is currently looking for seasoned osteopathic physician and student advocates to speak and present virtually at DO Day on Capitol Hill 2025! If you have a topic that you would like to virtually present at DO Day, let us know by applying below today! DO Day attendees will have the option to participate … Read More
The AOA recently submitted comments on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed CY2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, which outlines critical changes that will affect physician reimbursement, telehealth services and overall healthcare delivery. Below is an abridged summary of the key points highlighted in the response. Calendar year 2025 conversion factor CMS has … Read More
On Aug. 1, 2024, Senators Boozman, Welch, Tillis, King, Marshall and Shaheen introduced the bipartisan Physician Fee Stabilization Act (S. 4935) before they left for August Recess. This bill raises the budget neutrality threshold from $20 million to $53 million, with scheduled increases every five years to align with the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Unfortunately, … Read More
On Aug. 1, 2024, the Senate Appropriations Committee held a markup of its FY25 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies funding. The bill and accompanying report include language encouraging the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to expand the use and coverage of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT). The AOA is grateful … Read More
On July 11, the AOA responded to Senators Sheldon Whitehouse and Bill Cassidy’s request for information on value-based payment reforms. The letter emphasized many key points about value-based reforms including that new payment models should be optional, tailored to various specialties, and avoid reducing overall payments. The letter also highlighted the need to recognize the … Read More
The AOA recently released a guide outlining challenges with prior authorizations (PA) and the problems it can cause to patient access to care. The AOA has been an advocate for PA reform to address the burdensome and often harmful PA requirements imposed by health plans. These requirements have increased significantly over the past decade, affecting … Read More
The AOA recently hosted its annual House of Delegates (HOD) meeting, a cornerstone event that features our commitment to physician-led governance and the development of sound policies for the osteopathic profession. The HOD serves as the AOA’s primary policy-making body, bringing together delegates from across the country to deliberate and vote on key issues affecting … Read More