On Dec. 11, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act (LCMTA – H.R. 5378), which reauthorizes the Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education (THCGME) Program for a historic seven years. The long-standing broad support in Congress for the THCGME program reflects the ongoing advocacy engagement from the osteopathic profession, and … Read More
The AOA recently sent a letter to Senators John Thune and Tom Carper applauding them for introducing the bipartisan Chronic Disease Flexible Coverage Act (S. 3224). This legislation will support care affordability for patients managing chronic conditions by allowing health savings account (HSA) eligible high deductible health plans (HDHPs) to cover low-cost preventive care and … Read More
The U.S. Senate Finance Committee recently held a hearing on legislation that addresses the mental health care workforce, prescription drug costs and extending certain expiring provisions under Medicare and Medicaid. To help inform Congress of the issues that impact the osteopathic profession, the AOA submitted a Statement for the Record that outlines many of our … Read More
On Wednesday, Nov. 15, the AOA submitted a Statement for the Record to the Subcommittee on Health of the Committee on Energy and Commerce (E&C) which held a markup of legislative proposals that impact healthcare policy. As these discussions shape the future of healthcare in America, the AOA remains steadfast in its advocacy efforts to … Read More
On Nov. 2, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the CY2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule final rule, which includes updates to physician payment policies, the Quality Payment Program (QPP) and the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP). The AOA has prepared a detailed summary to help physicians prepare for changes that will take effect in … Read More
COVID policies, administration initiatives, high-interest rates and glitches with loan servicer systems. The student loan landscape has experienced significant changes and frustrations. The AOA is excited to host a webinar that will cover what to know about new student loan programs and help you get your repayment strategy on the right track. Get answers to … Read More
On Oct. 4, the AOA responded to the Ways and Means Committee’s Request for Information on issues impacting the rural health care landscape. The letter discusses key topics that are important to the AOA and osteopathic profession, including geographic payment differences, sustainable provider financing, aligning sites of service, implementing innovative model and improving the health care workforce. … Read More
The American Osteopathic Association is currently accepting nominations for several awards designed to recognize excellence in public policy and professional advocacy on behalf of the osteopathic profession. Awards will be presented during the AOA’s DO Day 2024. The AOA’s success in advocacy couldn’t have been accomplished without the dedicated support from our members and our affiliates. Below are the … Read More
Summary attributable to the AOA Public Policy Team: On Nov. 2, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the CY2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule final rule which includes updates to physician payment policies and the Quality Payment Program (QPP). The rule makes critical changes to payment that we want to highlight. The Public … Read More