12/06/2023
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Friends,
This month brought concerning news for healthcare providers. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have made another reduction to physician payments for Medicare. The planned payment rate for 2024, also referred to as the "conversion factor," is slated to be even lower than what was set nearly three decades ago in 1994, not accounting for the compounded effect of inflation.
Despite these changes being finalized by CMS, there's still room for action. Congress has the power to step in and safeguard both patients and healthcare professionals. We can make a difference by voicing our concerns.
Take a moment to reach out to our representatives in Congress with the link below and urge them to take action in support of protecting Medicare. Your voice matters!
Link to contact lawmakers: https://mstr.app/25626f0d-e32f-401c-8a7c-2023170f883b
Let's stand together for a healthcare system that continues to value the essential services provided by physicians.