Physician Fee Schedule Update and Improvements Act

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Bill 118 hr 6545, also known as the Physician Fee Schedule Update and Improvements Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to update and improve the fee schedule for physicians in order to ensure fair compensation for their services.

One of the key provisions of this bill is the implementation of a more accurate and transparent payment system for physicians. This includes updating the fee schedule to reflect changes in the cost of providing medical services, as well as ensuring that physicians are fairly compensated for the time and resources they invest in patient care.

Additionally, the Physician Fee Schedule Update and Improvements Act aims to streamline the billing process for physicians and reduce administrative burdens. This includes simplifying documentation requirements and implementing electronic billing systems to make it easier for physicians to submit claims and receive payment in a timely manner. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to support physicians in providing high-quality care to their patients by ensuring that they are fairly compensated for their services and reducing unnecessary administrative burdens. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 6545

Introduced on
2023-12-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/1/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Bill 118 hr 6545, also known as the Physician Fee Schedule Update and Improvements Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to update and improve the fee schedule for physicians in order to ensure fair compensation for their services.

One of the key provisions of this bill is the implementation of a more accurate and transparent payment system for physicians. This includes updating the fee schedule to reflect changes in the cost of providing medical services, as well as ensuring that physicians are fairly compensated for the time and resources they invest in patient care.

Additionally, the Physician Fee Schedule Update and Improvements Act aims to streamline the billing process for physicians and reduce administrative burdens. This includes simplifying documentation requirements and implementing electronic billing systems to make it easier for physicians to submit claims and receive payment in a timely manner. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to support physicians in providing high-quality care to their patients by ensuring that they are fairly compensated for their services and reducing unnecessary administrative burdens. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to make improvements to the physician fee schedule under the Medicare program.

Policy Areas
Health

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Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.