Physician payments have declined significantly due to budget neutrality rules and reimbursement cuts. Since 2001, Medicare payments to physicians have dropped by 33% when adjusted for inflation. These reductions have […]
When certain legislative payment provisions (“extenders”) are scheduled to expire, CMS directs all Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to implement a temporary claims hold. This standard practice is typically up to
Diabetic peripheral neuropathy is a covered condition by Medicare and many other insurers however, Cigna has incorporated into the new policy effective August 4, 2026 to cover diabetic peripheral neuropathy
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In a policy published by Aetna last week, entitled Peripheral Electrical Nerve Stimulation for Pain Number: 0011, Aetna describes the coverage conditions for peripherally implanted nerve stimulators as follows: Aetna
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ASIPP recently submitted several letters on key issues affecting patient access to care and the sustainability of independent physician practices. Clinical Input to Cigna on Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) Coverage
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If you selected a cadaver lab registration, you must complete the corresponding qualifying form to ensure your placement in the lab. Peripheral Nerve Stimulation: https://form.jotform.com/253385368329973 Spinal Cord Stimulation: https://form.jotform.com/253385368329973 Minimally
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The House and Senate have both passed and the President signed the federal spending package, which includes HHS funding and an extension of telehealth services through December 2027. This legislation
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In light of the recent developments in regenerative medicine and the valuable feedback we have received, we are pleased to announce an important change: the name will now be Regenerative
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On October 31, 2025, the CMS issued a Final Rule that announces final policy changes for Medicare payments under the Physician Fee Schedule and other Medicare Part B issues effective
Lawmakers in the Senate cut a deal Sunday evening to end a federal government shutdown, but the path ahead remained unclear given the lack of involvement of either the White