The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have released proposed payment rules for physician services and facility fees for calendar year 2024. The GI societies are disappointed and concerned to see a proposed cut to reimbursement. Watch for alerts on our advocacy efforts and how you can help. The proposed rules also included positive news, including increased facility fees, new codes to increase health equity, and telemedicine reimbursement.
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