The American Medical Association (AMA) is urging the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to withdraw a proposed policy that would reduce Medicare payments by 50% for evaluations and management (E/M) visits performed on the same day as certain procedures. This proposal could jeopardize the viability of independent physician practices, particularly those in rural and underserved areas, by imposing unsustainable payment structures. The AMA argues that physicians should receive fair compensation for distinct, necessary services provided during the same visit and has called for CMS to provide evidence supporting this significant payment cut, as previous proposals were not enacted due to backlash from the medical community. The AMA emphasizes the importance of maintaining strong independent practices to ensure patient access to care.
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