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Protecting Approved Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule that included recommendations on proposals related to Medicare physician payment, value-based care, MIPS, remote patient monitoring, and more. Joined coalition letter urging CMS to withdraw proposed changes to remote patient monitoring. Joined coalition of physician specialty organizations in urging CMS and the Administration (OMB and DPC) to withdraw its proposed policy to reduce payment by 50 percent when a separately identifiable office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) service reported with modifier -25 is furnished on the same day as a procedure with a 0-, 10-, or 90-day global period. Medicare Physician Payment: Submitted Statement for the Record supporting the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693), the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163), and the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act (H.R. 8622), three pieces of Medicare payment legislation that were discussed in the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health legislative hearing. Supported the introduction of the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693) that would make structural reforms to Medicare reimbursement. Medicare Enrollment: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule urging CMS to withdraw Medicare enrollment proposals. Joined a coalition letter of provider organizations urging CMS to reconsider its proposed Medicare enrollment changes. H-1B: Submitted comments urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt all healthcare workers from proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fees. Value-Based Care: Joined a coalition of provider groups in a letter to CMS urging the agency to support accountable care in Medicare. Prior Authorization: Supported the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514), legislation that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, through both the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce Committee. Medicare Advantage: Supported the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act (H.R. 10394) that would prohibit Medicare Advantage organizations from reversing payment decisions or downcoding after the plan approves prior authorization for an item or service.
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MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN via MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule that included recommendations on proposals related to Medicare physician payment, value-based care, MIPS, remote patient monitoring, and more. Joined coalition letter urging CMS to withdraw proposed changes to remote patient monitoring. Joined coalition of physician specialty organizations in urging CMS and the Administration (OMB and DPC) to withdraw its proposed policy to reduce payment by 50 percent when a separately identifiable office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) service reported with modifier -25 is furnished on the same day as a procedure with a 0-, 10-, or 90-day global period. Medicare Physician Payment: Submitted Statement for the Record supporting the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693), the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163), and the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act (H.R. 8622), three pieces of Medicare payment legislation that were discussed in the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health legislative hearing. Supported the introduction of the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693) that would make structural reforms to Medicare reimbursement. Medicare Enrollment: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule urging CMS to withdraw Medicare enrollment proposals. Joined a coalition letter of provider organizations urging CMS to reconsider its proposed Medicare enrollment changes. H-1B: Submitted comments urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt all healthcare workers from proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fees. Value-Based Care: Joined a coalition of provider groups in a letter to CMS urging the agency to support accountable care in Medicare. Prior Authorization: Supported the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514), legislation that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, through both the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce Committee. Medicare Advantage: Supported the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act (H.R. 10394) that would prohibit Medicare Advantage organizations from reversing payment decisions or downcoding after the plan approves prior authorization for an item or service.
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Protecting Approved Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule that included recommendations on proposals related to Medicare physician payment, value-based care, MIPS, remote patient monitoring, and more. Joined coalition letter urging CMS to withdraw proposed changes to remote patient monitoring. Joined coalition of physician specialty organizations in urging CMS and the Administration (OMB and DPC) to withdraw its proposed policy to reduce payment by 50 percent when a separately identifiable office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) service reported with modifier -25 is furnished on the same day as a procedure with a 0-, 10-, or 90-day global period. Medicare Physician Payment: Submitted Statement for the Record supporting the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693), the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163), and the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act (H.R. 8622), three pieces of Medicare payment legislation that were discussed in the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health legislative hearing. Supported the introduction of the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693) that would make structural reforms to Medicare reimbursement. Medicare Enrollment: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule urging CMS to withdraw Medicare enrollment proposals. Joined a coalition letter of provider organizations urging CMS to reconsider its proposed Medicare enrollment changes. H-1B: Submitted comments urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt all healthcare workers from proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fees. Value-Based Care: Joined a coalition of provider groups in a letter to CMS urging the agency to support accountable care in Medicare. Prior Authorization: Supported the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514), legislation that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, through both the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce Committee. Medicare Advantage: Supported the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act (H.R. 10394) that would prohibit Medicare Advantage organizations from reversing payment decisions or downcoding after the plan approves prior authorization for an item or service.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule that included recommendations on proposals related to Medicare physician payment, value-based care, MIPS, remote patient monitoring, and more. Joined coalition letter urging CMS to withdraw proposed changes to remote patient monitoring. Joined coalition of physician specialty organizations in urging CMS and the Administration (OMB and DPC) to withdraw its proposed policy to reduce payment by 50 percent when a separately identifiable office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) service reported with modifier -25 is furnished on the same day as a procedure with a 0-, 10-, or 90-day global period. Medicare Physician Payment: Submitted Statement for the Record supporting the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693), the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163), and the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act (H.R. 8622), three pieces of Medicare payment legislation that were discussed in the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health legislative hearing. Supported the introduction of the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693) that would make structural reforms to Medicare reimbursement. Medicare Enrollment: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule urging CMS to withdraw Medicare enrollment proposals. Joined a coalition letter of provider organizations urging CMS to reconsider its proposed Medicare enrollment changes. H-1B: Submitted comments urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt all healthcare workers from proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fees. Value-Based Care: Joined a coalition of provider groups in a letter to CMS urging the agency to support accountable care in Medicare. Prior Authorization: Supported the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514), legislation that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, through both the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce Committee. Medicare Advantage: Supported the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act (H.R. 10394) that would prohibit Medicare Advantage organizations from reversing payment decisions or downcoding after the plan approves prior authorization for an item or service.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule that included recommendations on proposals related to Medicare physician payment, value-based care, MIPS, remote patient monitoring, and more. Joined coalition letter urging CMS to withdraw proposed changes to remote patient monitoring. Joined coalition of physician specialty organizations in urging CMS and the Administration (OMB and DPC) to withdraw its proposed policy to reduce payment by 50 percent when a separately identifiable office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) service reported with modifier -25 is furnished on the same day as a procedure with a 0-, 10-, or 90-day global period. Medicare Physician Payment: Submitted Statement for the Record supporting the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693), the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163), and the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act (H.R. 8622), three pieces of Medicare payment legislation that were discussed in the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health legislative hearing. Supported the introduction of the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693) that would make structural reforms to Medicare reimbursement. Medicare Enrollment: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule urging CMS to withdraw Medicare enrollment proposals. Joined a coalition letter of provider organizations urging CMS to reconsider its proposed Medicare enrollment changes. H-1B: Submitted comments urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt all healthcare workers from proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fees. Value-Based Care: Joined a coalition of provider groups in a letter to CMS urging the agency to support accountable care in Medicare. Prior Authorization: Supported the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514), legislation that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, through both the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce Committee. Medicare Advantage: Supported the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act (H.R. 10394) that would prohibit Medicare Advantage organizations from reversing payment decisions or downcoding after the plan approves prior authorization for an item or service.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
No Surprises Act Enforcement Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
No Surprises Act Enforcement Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
No Surprises Act Enforcement Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
No Surprises Act Enforcement Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
H–1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
H–1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Provider Reimbursement Stability Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Provider Reimbursement Stability Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule that included recommendations on proposals related to Medicare physician payment, value-based care, MIPS, remote patient monitoring, and more. Joined coalition letter urging CMS to withdraw proposed changes to remote patient monitoring. Joined coalition of physician specialty organizations in urging CMS and the Administration (OMB and DPC) to withdraw its proposed policy to reduce payment by 50 percent when a separately identifiable office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) service reported with modifier -25 is furnished on the same day as a procedure with a 0-, 10-, or 90-day global period. Medicare Physician Payment: Submitted Statement for the Record supporting the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693), the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163), and the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act (H.R. 8622), three pieces of Medicare payment legislation that were discussed in the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health legislative hearing. Supported the introduction of the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693) that would make structural reforms to Medicare reimbursement. Medicare Enrollment: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule urging CMS to withdraw Medicare enrollment proposals. Joined a coalition letter of provider organizations urging CMS to reconsider its proposed Medicare enrollment changes. H-1B: Submitted comments urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt all healthcare workers from proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fees. Value-Based Care: Joined a coalition of provider groups in a letter to CMS urging the agency to support accountable care in Medicare. Prior Authorization: Supported the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514), legislation that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, through both the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce Committee. Medicare Advantage: Supported the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act (H.R. 10394) that would prohibit Medicare Advantage organizations from reversing payment decisions or downcoding after the plan approves prior authorization for an item or service.
Provider Reimbursement Stability Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Provider Reimbursement Stability Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Provider Reimbursement Stability Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Provider Reimbursement Stability Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule that included recommendations on proposals related to Medicare physician payment, value-based care, MIPS, remote patient monitoring, and more. Joined coalition letter urging CMS to withdraw proposed changes to remote patient monitoring. Joined coalition of physician specialty organizations in urging CMS and the Administration (OMB and DPC) to withdraw its proposed policy to reduce payment by 50 percent when a separately identifiable office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) service reported with modifier -25 is furnished on the same day as a procedure with a 0-, 10-, or 90-day global period. Medicare Physician Payment: Submitted Statement for the Record supporting the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693), the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163), and the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act (H.R. 8622), three pieces of Medicare payment legislation that were discussed in the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health legislative hearing. Supported the introduction of the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693) that would make structural reforms to Medicare reimbursement. Medicare Enrollment: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule urging CMS to withdraw Medicare enrollment proposals. Joined a coalition letter of provider organizations urging CMS to reconsider its proposed Medicare enrollment changes. H-1B: Submitted comments urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt all healthcare workers from proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fees. Value-Based Care: Joined a coalition of provider groups in a letter to CMS urging the agency to support accountable care in Medicare. Prior Authorization: Supported the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514), legislation that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, through both the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce Committee. Medicare Advantage: Supported the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act (H.R. 10394) that would prohibit Medicare Advantage organizations from reversing payment decisions or downcoding after the plan approves prior authorization for an item or service.
Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule that included recommendations on proposals related to Medicare physician payment, value-based care, MIPS, remote patient monitoring, and more. Joined coalition letter urging CMS to withdraw proposed changes to remote patient monitoring. Joined coalition of physician specialty organizations in urging CMS and the Administration (OMB and DPC) to withdraw its proposed policy to reduce payment by 50 percent when a separately identifiable office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) service reported with modifier -25 is furnished on the same day as a procedure with a 0-, 10-, or 90-day global period. Medicare Physician Payment: Submitted Statement for the Record supporting the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693), the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163), and the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act (H.R. 8622), three pieces of Medicare payment legislation that were discussed in the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health legislative hearing. Supported the introduction of the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693) that would make structural reforms to Medicare reimbursement. Medicare Enrollment: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule urging CMS to withdraw Medicare enrollment proposals. Joined a coalition letter of provider organizations urging CMS to reconsider its proposed Medicare enrollment changes. H-1B: Submitted comments urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt all healthcare workers from proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fees. Value-Based Care: Joined a coalition of provider groups in a letter to CMS urging the agency to support accountable care in Medicare. Prior Authorization: Supported the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514), legislation that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, through both the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce Committee. Medicare Advantage: Supported the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act (H.R. 10394) that would prohibit Medicare Advantage organizations from reversing payment decisions or downcoding after the plan approves prior authorization for an item or service.
Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule that included recommendations on proposals related to Medicare physician payment, value-based care, MIPS, remote patient monitoring, and more. Joined coalition letter urging CMS to withdraw proposed changes to remote patient monitoring. Joined coalition of physician specialty organizations in urging CMS and the Administration (OMB and DPC) to withdraw its proposed policy to reduce payment by 50 percent when a separately identifiable office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) service reported with modifier -25 is furnished on the same day as a procedure with a 0-, 10-, or 90-day global period. Medicare Physician Payment: Submitted Statement for the Record supporting the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693), the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163), and the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act (H.R. 8622), three pieces of Medicare payment legislation that were discussed in the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health legislative hearing. Supported the introduction of the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693) that would make structural reforms to Medicare reimbursement. Medicare Enrollment: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule urging CMS to withdraw Medicare enrollment proposals. Joined a coalition letter of provider organizations urging CMS to reconsider its proposed Medicare enrollment changes. H-1B: Submitted comments urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt all healthcare workers from proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fees. Value-Based Care: Joined a coalition of provider groups in a letter to CMS urging the agency to support accountable care in Medicare. Prior Authorization: Supported the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514), legislation that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, through both the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce Committee. Medicare Advantage: Supported the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act (H.R. 10394) that would prohibit Medicare Advantage organizations from reversing payment decisions or downcoding after the plan approves prior authorization for an item or service.
Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Patients First Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule that included recommendations on proposals related to Medicare physician payment, value-based care, MIPS, remote patient monitoring, and more. Joined coalition letter urging CMS to withdraw proposed changes to remote patient monitoring. Joined coalition of physician specialty organizations in urging CMS and the Administration (OMB and DPC) to withdraw its proposed policy to reduce payment by 50 percent when a separately identifiable office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) service reported with modifier -25 is furnished on the same day as a procedure with a 0-, 10-, or 90-day global period. Medicare Physician Payment: Submitted Statement for the Record supporting the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693), the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163), and the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act (H.R. 8622), three pieces of Medicare payment legislation that were discussed in the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health legislative hearing. Supported the introduction of the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693) that would make structural reforms to Medicare reimbursement. Medicare Enrollment: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule urging CMS to withdraw Medicare enrollment proposals. Joined a coalition letter of provider organizations urging CMS to reconsider its proposed Medicare enrollment changes. H-1B: Submitted comments urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt all healthcare workers from proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fees. Value-Based Care: Joined a coalition of provider groups in a letter to CMS urging the agency to support accountable care in Medicare. Prior Authorization: Supported the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514), legislation that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, through both the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce Committee. Medicare Advantage: Supported the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act (H.R. 10394) that would prohibit Medicare Advantage organizations from reversing payment decisions or downcoding after the plan approves prior authorization for an item or service.
Patients First Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule that included recommendations on proposals related to Medicare physician payment, value-based care, MIPS, remote patient monitoring, and more. Joined coalition letter urging CMS to withdraw proposed changes to remote patient monitoring. Joined coalition of physician specialty organizations in urging CMS and the Administration (OMB and DPC) to withdraw its proposed policy to reduce payment by 50 percent when a separately identifiable office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) service reported with modifier -25 is furnished on the same day as a procedure with a 0-, 10-, or 90-day global period. Medicare Physician Payment: Submitted Statement for the Record supporting the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693), the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163), and the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act (H.R. 8622), three pieces of Medicare payment legislation that were discussed in the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health legislative hearing. Supported the introduction of the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693) that would make structural reforms to Medicare reimbursement. Medicare Enrollment: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule urging CMS to withdraw Medicare enrollment proposals. Joined a coalition letter of provider organizations urging CMS to reconsider its proposed Medicare enrollment changes. H-1B: Submitted comments urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt all healthcare workers from proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fees. Value-Based Care: Joined a coalition of provider groups in a letter to CMS urging the agency to support accountable care in Medicare. Prior Authorization: Supported the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514), legislation that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, through both the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce Committee. Medicare Advantage: Supported the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act (H.R. 10394) that would prohibit Medicare Advantage organizations from reversing payment decisions or downcoding after the plan approves prior authorization for an item or service.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
No Surprises Act Enforcement Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
No Surprises Act Enforcement Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026
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Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Joined letter to congressional leadership raising concerns about the OBBAs Medicaid provisions impact on patient care. Joined letter to congressional leadership urging Congress to protect financial aid programs that improve access to medical education in the OBBBA. Joined letter to Senate leadership discussing the House-version of the OBBAs impact on Medicare physician payment, Medicaid, and medical education. Prior authorization- Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514/S. 1816). Value-based care- Joined letter to Congress supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786/ S. 1460). Deregulation - Sent letter to CMS with deregulatory policies in response to its request for information (RFI) on Medicare regulatory relief. Responded to the Office of Management and Budgets RFI on deregulation with ways to reduce burden for medical groups. Health Information Technology - Responded to ASTP/ONCs RFI on the health information ecosystem with recommendations to advance interoperability and reduce administrative burden. Section 1557 - Sent letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights raising concerns with Section 1557 of the ACAs language access provisions. Patient Identification (ID)- Joined letters to House and Senate Appropriations leadership supporting the repeal of Section 510 in the Labor-HHS appropriations bill regarding Patient ID.
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Joined letter to congressional leadership raising concerns about the OBBAs Medicaid provisions impact on patient care. Joined letter to congressional leadership urging Congress to protect financial aid programs that improve access to medical education in the OBBBA. Joined letter to Senate leadership discussing the House-version of the OBBAs impact on Medicare physician payment, Medicaid, and medical education. Prior authorization- Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514/S. 1816). Value-based care- Joined letter to Congress supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786/ S. 1460). Deregulation - Sent letter to CMS with deregulatory policies in response to its request for information (RFI) on Medicare regulatory relief. Responded to the Office of Management and Budgets RFI on deregulation with ways to reduce burden for medical groups. Health Information Technology - Responded to ASTP/ONCs RFI on the health information ecosystem with recommendations to advance interoperability and reduce administrative burden. Section 1557 - Sent letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights raising concerns with Section 1557 of the ACAs language access provisions. Patient Identification (ID)- Joined letters to House and Senate Appropriations leadership supporting the repeal of Section 510 in the Labor-HHS appropriations bill regarding Patient ID.
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2025
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Medicare Payment - Supported the introduction of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act (HR 879) to address the Medicare payment cut. Submitted letter to congressional leadership urging them to include a Medicare physician payment fix in government funding legislation and move towards a permanent payment solution as part of our 2025 legislative priorities. Joined two letters urging Congress to address the Medicare payment cut and move towards permanent reform in its appropriations bill. Value-based care - Sent letter of support for the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (HR 786) to extend value-based care policies that expired at the end of 2024. Pushed for the extension of the APM incentive payment and maintaining the QP thresholds to be included in the government funding bill as part of our letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Telehealth - Submitted a comment letter to the DEA on its proposed rule to establish a special registration process for prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined letter urging Congress to establish permanent access to telehealth services. Pushed for an extension of telehealth flexibilities in a letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Prior authorization - Supported the reintroduction of the Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Cares Act (HR 2433) to reform prior authorization, and joined a letter of support to the bill sponsors. MIPS Value Pathways - Joined letter urging CMS to take an alternative approach to MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs). Medicare Advantage - Joined a comment letter on CMS' proposed 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. Health Information Technology - Submitted a comment letter and joined a letter urging HHS not to move forward with proposed changes to the HIPAA Security Rule. Joined letter highlighting the importance of the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ASTP/ONC).
Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Supported the introduction of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act (HR 879) to address the Medicare payment cut. Submitted letter to congressional leadership urging them to include a Medicare physician payment fix in government funding legislation and move towards a permanent payment solution as part of our 2025 legislative priorities. Joined two letters urging Congress to address the Medicare payment cut and move towards permanent reform in its appropriations bill. Value-based care - Sent letter of support for the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (HR 786) to extend value-based care policies that expired at the end of 2024. Pushed for the extension of the APM incentive payment and maintaining the QP thresholds to be included in the government funding bill as part of our letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Telehealth - Submitted a comment letter to the DEA on its proposed rule to establish a special registration process for prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined letter urging Congress to establish permanent access to telehealth services. Pushed for an extension of telehealth flexibilities in a letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Prior authorization - Supported the reintroduction of the Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Cares Act (HR 2433) to reform prior authorization, and joined a letter of support to the bill sponsors. MIPS Value Pathways - Joined letter urging CMS to take an alternative approach to MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs). Medicare Advantage - Joined a comment letter on CMS proposed 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. Health Information Technology - Submitted a comment letter and joined a letter urging HHS not to move forward with proposed changes to the HIPAA Security Rule. Joined letter highlighting the importance of the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ASTP/ONC).
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
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Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Joined letter to congressional leadership raising concerns about the OBBAs Medicaid provisions impact on patient care. Joined letter to congressional leadership urging Congress to protect financial aid programs that improve access to medical education in the OBBBA. Joined letter to Senate leadership discussing the House-version of the OBBAs impact on Medicare physician payment, Medicaid, and medical education. Prior authorization- Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514/S. 1816). Value-based care- Joined letter to Congress supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786/ S. 1460). Deregulation - Sent letter to CMS with deregulatory policies in response to its request for information (RFI) on Medicare regulatory relief. Responded to the Office of Management and Budgets RFI on deregulation with ways to reduce burden for medical groups. Health Information Technology - Responded to ASTP/ONCs RFI on the health information ecosystem with recommendations to advance interoperability and reduce administrative burden. Section 1557 - Sent letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights raising concerns with Section 1557 of the ACAs language access provisions. Patient Identification (ID)- Joined letters to House and Senate Appropriations leadership supporting the repeal of Section 510 in the Labor-HHS appropriations bill regarding Patient ID.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Joined letter to congressional leadership raising concerns about the OBBAs Medicaid provisions impact on patient care. Joined letter to congressional leadership urging Congress to protect financial aid programs that improve access to medical education in the OBBBA. Joined letter to Senate leadership discussing the House-version of the OBBAs impact on Medicare physician payment, Medicaid, and medical education. Prior authorization- Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514/S. 1816). Value-based care- Joined letter to Congress supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786/ S. 1460). Deregulation - Sent letter to CMS with deregulatory policies in response to its request for information (RFI) on Medicare regulatory relief. Responded to the Office of Management and Budgets RFI on deregulation with ways to reduce burden for medical groups. Health Information Technology - Responded to ASTP/ONCs RFI on the health information ecosystem with recommendations to advance interoperability and reduce administrative burden. Section 1557 - Sent letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights raising concerns with Section 1557 of the ACAs language access provisions. Patient Identification (ID)- Joined letters to House and Senate Appropriations leadership supporting the repeal of Section 510 in the Labor-HHS appropriations bill regarding Patient ID.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
No Surprises Act Enforcement Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
No Surprises Act Enforcement Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Supported the introduction of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act (HR 879) to address the Medicare payment cut. Submitted letter to congressional leadership urging them to include a Medicare physician payment fix in government funding legislation and move towards a permanent payment solution as part of our 2025 legislative priorities. Joined two letters urging Congress to address the Medicare payment cut and move towards permanent reform in its appropriations bill. Value-based care - Sent letter of support for the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (HR 786) to extend value-based care policies that expired at the end of 2024. Pushed for the extension of the APM incentive payment and maintaining the QP thresholds to be included in the government funding bill as part of our letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Telehealth - Submitted a comment letter to the DEA on its proposed rule to establish a special registration process for prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined letter urging Congress to establish permanent access to telehealth services. Pushed for an extension of telehealth flexibilities in a letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Prior authorization - Supported the reintroduction of the Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Cares Act (HR 2433) to reform prior authorization, and joined a letter of support to the bill sponsors. MIPS Value Pathways - Joined letter urging CMS to take an alternative approach to MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs). Medicare Advantage - Joined a comment letter on CMS proposed 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. Health Information Technology - Submitted a comment letter and joined a letter urging HHS not to move forward with proposed changes to the HIPAA Security Rule. Joined letter highlighting the importance of the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ASTP/ONC).
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Supported the introduction of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act (HR 879) to address the Medicare payment cut. Submitted letter to congressional leadership urging them to include a Medicare physician payment fix in government funding legislation and move towards a permanent payment solution as part of our 2025 legislative priorities. Joined two letters urging Congress to address the Medicare payment cut and move towards permanent reform in its appropriations bill. Value-based care - Sent letter of support for the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (HR 786) to extend value-based care policies that expired at the end of 2024. Pushed for the extension of the APM incentive payment and maintaining the QP thresholds to be included in the government funding bill as part of our letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Telehealth - Submitted a comment letter to the DEA on its proposed rule to establish a special registration process for prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined letter urging Congress to establish permanent access to telehealth services. Pushed for an extension of telehealth flexibilities in a letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Prior authorization - Supported the reintroduction of the Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Cares Act (HR 2433) to reform prior authorization, and joined a letter of support to the bill sponsors. MIPS Value Pathways - Joined letter urging CMS to take an alternative approach to MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs). Medicare Advantage - Joined a comment letter on CMS' proposed 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. Health Information Technology - Submitted a comment letter and joined a letter urging HHS not to move forward with proposed changes to the HIPAA Security Rule. Joined letter highlighting the importance of the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ASTP/ONC).
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Joined letter to congressional leadership raising concerns about the OBBAs Medicaid provisions impact on patient care. Joined letter to congressional leadership urging Congress to protect financial aid programs that improve access to medical education in the OBBBA. Joined letter to Senate leadership discussing the House-version of the OBBAs impact on Medicare physician payment, Medicaid, and medical education. Prior authorization- Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514/S. 1816). Value-based care- Joined letter to Congress supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786/ S. 1460). Deregulation - Sent letter to CMS with deregulatory policies in response to its request for information (RFI) on Medicare regulatory relief. Responded to the Office of Management and Budgets RFI on deregulation with ways to reduce burden for medical groups. Health Information Technology - Responded to ASTP/ONCs RFI on the health information ecosystem with recommendations to advance interoperability and reduce administrative burden. Section 1557 - Sent letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights raising concerns with Section 1557 of the ACAs language access provisions. Patient Identification (ID)- Joined letters to House and Senate Appropriations leadership supporting the repeal of Section 510 in the Labor-HHS appropriations bill regarding Patient ID.
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Joined letter to congressional leadership raising concerns about the OBBAs Medicaid provisions impact on patient care. Joined letter to congressional leadership urging Congress to protect financial aid programs that improve access to medical education in the OBBBA. Joined letter to Senate leadership discussing the House-version of the OBBAs impact on Medicare physician payment, Medicaid, and medical education. Prior authorization- Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514/S. 1816). Value-based care- Joined letter to Congress supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786/ S. 1460). Deregulation - Sent letter to CMS with deregulatory policies in response to its request for information (RFI) on Medicare regulatory relief. Responded to the Office of Management and Budgets RFI on deregulation with ways to reduce burden for medical groups. Health Information Technology - Responded to ASTP/ONCs RFI on the health information ecosystem with recommendations to advance interoperability and reduce administrative burden. Section 1557 - Sent letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights raising concerns with Section 1557 of the ACAs language access provisions. Patient Identification (ID)- Joined letters to House and Senate Appropriations leadership supporting the repeal of Section 510 in the Labor-HHS appropriations bill regarding Patient ID.
Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Supported the introduction of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act (HR 879) to address the Medicare payment cut. Submitted letter to congressional leadership urging them to include a Medicare physician payment fix in government funding legislation and move towards a permanent payment solution as part of our 2025 legislative priorities. Joined two letters urging Congress to address the Medicare payment cut and move towards permanent reform in its appropriations bill. Value-based care - Sent letter of support for the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (HR 786) to extend value-based care policies that expired at the end of 2024. Pushed for the extension of the APM incentive payment and maintaining the QP thresholds to be included in the government funding bill as part of our letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Telehealth - Submitted a comment letter to the DEA on its proposed rule to establish a special registration process for prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined letter urging Congress to establish permanent access to telehealth services. Pushed for an extension of telehealth flexibilities in a letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Prior authorization - Supported the reintroduction of the Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Cares Act (HR 2433) to reform prior authorization, and joined a letter of support to the bill sponsors. MIPS Value Pathways - Joined letter urging CMS to take an alternative approach to MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs). Medicare Advantage - Joined a comment letter on CMS' proposed 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. Health Information Technology - Submitted a comment letter and joined a letter urging HHS not to move forward with proposed changes to the HIPAA Security Rule. Joined letter highlighting the importance of the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ASTP/ONC).
Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Supported the introduction of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act (HR 879) to address the Medicare payment cut. Submitted letter to congressional leadership urging them to include a Medicare physician payment fix in government funding legislation and move towards a permanent payment solution as part of our 2025 legislative priorities. Joined two letters urging Congress to address the Medicare payment cut and move towards permanent reform in its appropriations bill. Value-based care - Sent letter of support for the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (HR 786) to extend value-based care policies that expired at the end of 2024. Pushed for the extension of the APM incentive payment and maintaining the QP thresholds to be included in the government funding bill as part of our letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Telehealth - Submitted a comment letter to the DEA on its proposed rule to establish a special registration process for prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined letter urging Congress to establish permanent access to telehealth services. Pushed for an extension of telehealth flexibilities in a letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Prior authorization - Supported the reintroduction of the Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Cares Act (HR 2433) to reform prior authorization, and joined a letter of support to the bill sponsors. MIPS Value Pathways - Joined letter urging CMS to take an alternative approach to MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs). Medicare Advantage - Joined a comment letter on CMS proposed 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. Health Information Technology - Submitted a comment letter and joined a letter urging HHS not to move forward with proposed changes to the HIPAA Security Rule. Joined letter highlighting the importance of the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ASTP/ONC).
Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Joined letter to congressional leadership raising concerns about the OBBAs Medicaid provisions impact on patient care. Joined letter to congressional leadership urging Congress to protect financial aid programs that improve access to medical education in the OBBBA. Joined letter to Senate leadership discussing the House-version of the OBBAs impact on Medicare physician payment, Medicaid, and medical education. Prior authorization- Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514/S. 1816). Value-based care- Joined letter to Congress supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786/ S. 1460). Deregulation - Sent letter to CMS with deregulatory policies in response to its request for information (RFI) on Medicare regulatory relief. Responded to the Office of Management and Budgets RFI on deregulation with ways to reduce burden for medical groups. Health Information Technology - Responded to ASTP/ONCs RFI on the health information ecosystem with recommendations to advance interoperability and reduce administrative burden. Section 1557 - Sent letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights raising concerns with Section 1557 of the ACAs language access provisions. Patient Identification (ID)- Joined letters to House and Senate Appropriations leadership supporting the repeal of Section 510 in the Labor-HHS appropriations bill regarding Patient ID.
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Joined letter to congressional leadership raising concerns about the OBBAs Medicaid provisions impact on patient care. Joined letter to congressional leadership urging Congress to protect financial aid programs that improve access to medical education in the OBBBA. Joined letter to Senate leadership discussing the House-version of the OBBAs impact on Medicare physician payment, Medicaid, and medical education. Prior authorization- Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514/S. 1816). Value-based care- Joined letter to Congress supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786/ S. 1460). Deregulation - Sent letter to CMS with deregulatory policies in response to its request for information (RFI) on Medicare regulatory relief. Responded to the Office of Management and Budgets RFI on deregulation with ways to reduce burden for medical groups. Health Information Technology - Responded to ASTP/ONCs RFI on the health information ecosystem with recommendations to advance interoperability and reduce administrative burden. Section 1557 - Sent letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights raising concerns with Section 1557 of the ACAs language access provisions. Patient Identification (ID)- Joined letters to House and Senate Appropriations leadership supporting the repeal of Section 510 in the Labor-HHS appropriations bill regarding Patient ID.
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Joined letter to congressional leadership raising concerns about the OBBAs Medicaid provisions impact on patient care. Joined letter to congressional leadership urging Congress to protect financial aid programs that improve access to medical education in the OBBBA. Joined letter to Senate leadership discussing the House-version of the OBBAs impact on Medicare physician payment, Medicaid, and medical education. Prior authorization- Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514/S. 1816). Value-based care- Joined letter to Congress supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786/ S. 1460). Deregulation - Sent letter to CMS with deregulatory policies in response to its request for information (RFI) on Medicare regulatory relief. Responded to the Office of Management and Budgets RFI on deregulation with ways to reduce burden for medical groups. Health Information Technology - Responded to ASTP/ONCs RFI on the health information ecosystem with recommendations to advance interoperability and reduce administrative burden. Section 1557 - Sent letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights raising concerns with Section 1557 of the ACAs language access provisions. Patient Identification (ID)- Joined letters to House and Senate Appropriations leadership supporting the repeal of Section 510 in the Labor-HHS appropriations bill regarding Patient ID.
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
Client: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN · Firm: MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSN
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule that included recommendations on proposals related to Medicare physician payment, value-based care, MIPS, remote patient monitoring, and more. Joined coalition letter urging CMS to withdraw proposed changes to remote patient monitoring. Joined coalition of physician specialty organizations in urging CMS and the Administration (OMB and DPC) to withdraw its proposed policy to reduce payment by 50 percent when a separately identifiable office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) service reported with modifier -25 is furnished on the same day as a procedure with a 0-, 10-, or 90-day global period. Medicare Physician Payment: Submitted Statement for the Record supporting the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693), the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163), and the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act (H.R. 8622), three pieces of Medicare payment legislation that were discussed in the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health legislative hearing. Supported the introduction of the Patients First Act (H.R. 9693) that would make structural reforms to Medicare reimbursement. Medicare Enrollment: Submitted comments in response to the 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule urging CMS to withdraw Medicare enrollment proposals. Joined a coalition letter of provider organizations urging CMS to reconsider its proposed Medicare enrollment changes. H-1B: Submitted comments urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt all healthcare workers from proposed $103,265 H-1B visa fees. Value-Based Care: Joined a coalition of provider groups in a letter to CMS urging the agency to support accountable care in Medicare. Prior Authorization: Supported the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514), legislation that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, through both the Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce Committee. Medicare Advantage: Supported the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act (H.R. 10394) that would prohibit Medicare Advantage organizations from reversing payment decisions or downcoding after the plan approves prior authorization for an item or service.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE
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2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Medicare Payment - Submitted testimony for House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform that included support for the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) to include annual inflationary updates to Medicare and the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to modernize budget neutrality rules in Medicare. Joined letter of support for the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act ahead of a Ways and Means Committee markup of the bill. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816) to reform prior authorization. Joined healthcare organizations comment letter on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Submitted our own comments on CMS proposed rule on electronic prior authorization for drugs. Sent letter of support for the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act (H.R. 8375, S. 4384) that would reform prior authorization for Medicare Advantage plans. MIPS Reform - Sent letter of support for the Medicare Physician Data-driven Performance Payment System Act of 2026 (H.R. 8622) to reform the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Supported reforming MIPS in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Value-Based Care - Supported alternative payment model (APM) reforms in our testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on opportunities for Medicare payment reform. Physician Workforce - Joined letter to the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security on addressing physician visa processing delays. No Surprises Act - Joined letter of support for the No Surprises Act Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710, S. 2420). Joined letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Labor, and Department of the Treasury on strengthening oversight of the No Surprises Act. Section 504 - Sent letter to HHS asking for a delay of effective dates related to a 2024 final rule making changes to regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chronic Care Management - Joined letter of support for the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act (H.R. 8261) to remove patient cost-sharing obligations for the Chronic Care Management code.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of
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2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Senate Special Committee on Aging Testimony on Regulatory Burden and Physician Burnout - Testified in front of the Senate Special Committee on Aging on how regulatory burden is impacting physician burnout. Supported policies to reduce administration burden and improve Medicare payment, as well as the following legislation to address the myriad factors impacting burnout: Resident Physicians Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (S. 2439), Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (S. 2879), Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816), and Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160). Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 - Sent letter to congressional leadership regarding policies in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). The letter supported the reinstatement of the Advanced APM incentive payment, lowering the Qualifying APM Participant threshold, extending telehealth flexibilities, delaying clinical lab cuts, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Medicare Payment Reform - Supported the reintroduction of the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act (H.R. 8163) to reform Medicares budget neutrality requirements. Value-Based Care - Joined letter to Congress discussing proposals to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to support value-based care. Healthcare Workforce - Sent letter of support for the H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act (H.R.7961). Joined letter of support for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Act of 2025 (H.R. 4731). Submitted a statement for the record for the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Advancing the Next Generation of Americas Healthcare Workforce, that supported policies to expand graduate medical education and address education financing issues. Supported a bipartisan congressional letter requesting exemptions for healthcare workers from the H-1B visa application fee. No Surprises Act - Joined a letter to HHS, the Department of Labor, and Department of Treasury supporting policy recommendations to the improve the administration of the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act and supporting the No Suprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710). Artificial Intelligence - Responded to HHS request for information on the adoption of artificial intelligence. Healthcare Costs - Submitted statement for the record in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing on lowering healthcare costs and examining the provider landscape. The letter supported Medicare Part B payment reform, addressing prior authorization burden, reforming the quality payment program, addressing challenges within Medicare Advantage, and reforming the Stark Law. Health Information Technology - Commented on the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: ASTP/ONC Deregulatory Actions to Unleash Property proposed rule. Clinical Lab Reform - Sent letter of support of the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269, S. 2761) in response to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths legislative hearing. Prior Authorization - Submitted a statement for the record in response to the House Ways and Means and Energy and Commerces hearings on healthcare affordability supporting the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514, S. 1816). Fraud - Responded to CMS request for information on ways to reduce fraud in Medicare.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of
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2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Medicare payment reform - Sent letter of support to the bill sponsors of the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6160) that would add an inflationary update to Medicare Part B reimbursement as measured by the Medicare Economic Index (MEI). Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 Medicare payment reform priorities - add an inflationary update, reform the budget neutrality aspect of Medicare, permanently extend the 1.0 work GPCI floor. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (S. 1816, H.R. 3514) in Congress to reform prior authorization, joined a letter to congressional leadership in support of the bill. Joined letter to Congress on the need to reform the Medicare Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model that is being tested under the CMS Innovation Center. Sent a letter of support to the bill sponsors for reintroducing the Safe Step Act (H.R. 5509) to reform step therapy protocols. Telehealth - Joined a letter to OMB and the DEA urging for the extension of flexibilities related to prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined a letter to Congress to act to extend telehealth flexibilities long-term that were at the time expired during the government shutdown. Sent letter to congressional leadership with our end of 2025 telehealth policy priorities. Physician-Owned Hospitals - Joined a letter to Congress in support of repealing the ban on physician-owned hospitals. Joined a letter of support of the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 (H.R. 4002) that would repeal statutory restrictions on the whole hospital exception to Stark physician self- referral law. Cybersecurity - Joined a letter to HHS opposing the finalization of the proposed rule to make changes to HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Joined a coalition letter on artificial intelligence policies for medical groups in response to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy request for information on AI reform. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786, S. 1460). Joined a letter to CMS urging them to use existing authority to ensure ACOs and MIPS eligible clinicians are held harmless from challenges posed by increased billing for skin substitutes. Expiration of healthcare policies due to lapse in federal government funding - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging them to reinstate the healthcare provisions (telehealth flexibilities, the 1.0 work GPCI floor) that expired on September 30 as part of the government shutdown. Urged CMS to release claims that were being held as a result of the pause on processing Medicare claims from the government shutdown. Sent letter to CMS requesting guidance on the rebilling of claims following the government shutdown and subsequent legislation extending numerous healthcare policies. Supported Congress extending healthcare policies that expired during the government shutdown and urged permanent reform to enshrine these policies. Enhanced ACA Tax Credits - Urged Congress to extend the enhanced Marketplace premium tax credits as part of our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Clinical Lab Cuts -Joined a coalition letter of support to the bill sponsors for the RESULTS Act (H.R. 5269) that would reform the clinical laboratory fee schedule and stop potential cuts to laboratory reimbursement. Included support for the RESULTS Act in our end of 2025 legislative priorities. Medicare Advantage - Sent letter of support to bill sponsors of the Medicare Advantage Prompt Pay Act (H.R. 5454) that would help ensure prompt payment to medical groups from Medicare Advantage plans.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), SENATE
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2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Medicare Payment - Sent letter to congressional leadership supporting the passage of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879; S. 1640), making holistic Medicare payment reforms, and extending the 1.0 work GPCI floor past its expiration date of September 30. Telehealth - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of telehealth flexibilities that expired at the end of September. Joined letter to Congress advocating for a two-year extension of telehealth flexibilities established under the COVID-19 public health emergency. Joined letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration on the need to extend current telehealth prescribing policies. Value-based care - Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the passage the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786; S. 1460). Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program - Submitted comments to CMS in response to the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Quality Payment Program proposed rule. Joined letter to CMS supporting an adequate quality measure inventory in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in response to the 2026 PFS. Joined letter to CMS on the transition to digital quality measures in MIPS in response to the 2026 PFS. One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Released statement on the impact of the healthcare provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on medical groups. Prior Authorization - Supported the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514; S. 1816) that would reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage. Joined letter in opposition to the CMS Innovation Centers proposed WISeR Model that would expand prior authorization in ten states for Medicare Part B. Step Therapy - Joined letter to the HHS OIG to request a study on the impact of step therapy requirements in Medicare Advantage. Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits - Joined letter in support of Congress introducing legislation to extend the enhanced advanced premium tax credits. Sent letter to congressional leadership urging the extension of marketplace enhanced tax credits. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter of support of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 (H.R. 3890) to expand graduate medical education Medicare positions by 14,000. H1-B Program - Joined a letter to the Department of Homeland Security on the impact of the Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers proclamation on H-1B physician entry into the United States. Health Profession Loan Policies - Joined letter to the Department of Education urging the preservation of a long-standing federal loan exception that allows medical students and other health professions borrow additional Unsubsidized Direct Loans supplementing statutory limits. No Surprises Act - Sent letter of support to the cosponsors of the No Surprises Enforcement Act (H.R. 4710; S.2420) that would add accountability provisions for health plans for failing to follow the independent dispute resolution process.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Education, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE
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2025 · second_quarter · Q2
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Joined letter to congressional leadership raising concerns about the OBBAs Medicaid provisions impact on patient care. Joined letter to congressional leadership urging Congress to protect financial aid programs that improve access to medical education in the OBBBA. Joined letter to Senate leadership discussing the House-version of the OBBAs impact on Medicare physician payment, Medicaid, and medical education. Prior authorization- Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514/S. 1816). Value-based care- Joined letter to Congress supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786/ S. 1460). Deregulation - Sent letter to CMS with deregulatory policies in response to its request for information (RFI) on Medicare regulatory relief. Responded to the Office of Management and Budgets RFI on deregulation with ways to reduce burden for medical groups. Health Information Technology - Responded to ASTP/ONCs RFI on the health information ecosystem with recommendations to advance interoperability and reduce administrative burden. Section 1557 - Sent letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights raising concerns with Section 1557 of the ACAs language access provisions. Patient Identification (ID)- Joined letters to House and Senate Appropriations leadership supporting the repeal of Section 510 in the Labor-HHS appropriations bill regarding Patient ID.
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2025 · first_quarter · Q1
Medicare Payment - Supported the introduction of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act (HR 879) to address the Medicare payment cut. Submitted letter to congressional leadership urging them to include a Medicare physician payment fix in government funding legislation and move towards a permanent payment solution as part of our 2025 legislative priorities. Joined two letters urging Congress to address the Medicare payment cut and move towards permanent reform in its appropriations bill. Value-based care - Sent letter of support for the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (HR 786) to extend value-based care policies that expired at the end of 2024. Pushed for the extension of the APM incentive payment and maintaining the QP thresholds to be included in the government funding bill as part of our letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Telehealth - Submitted a comment letter to the DEA on its proposed rule to establish a special registration process for prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined letter urging Congress to establish permanent access to telehealth services. Pushed for an extension of telehealth flexibilities in a letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Prior authorization - Supported the reintroduction of the Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Cares Act (HR 2433) to reform prior authorization, and joined a letter of support to the bill sponsors. MIPS Value Pathways - Joined letter urging CMS to take an alternative approach to MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs). Medicare Advantage - Joined a comment letter on CMS' proposed 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. Health Information Technology - Submitted a comment letter and joined a letter urging HHS not to move forward with proposed changes to the HIPAA Security Rule. Joined letter highlighting the importance of the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ASTP/ONC).
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2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Medicare Payment - Submitted letter to congressional leadership urging them to stop the cut to the Medicare conversion factor and reform Medicare physician payment as part of our year-end priorities. Joined letter to Congress about fixing Medicare payment issues. Supported the introduction of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act. Supported congressional offices signing on to a Dear Colleague letter about fixing Medicare payment. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to Congress reinforcing the need to stop the expiration of the APM incentive payment and maintain current QP thresholds for 2025 as part of our year-end priorities. Joined letter to Congress urging them to address value-based care priorities before the end of the year. Prior Authorization - Joined letter to Congress supporting the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act. Included prior authorization reform as one of our year-end priorities in a letter to Congress. Joined letter to incoming Senate Majority Leader Thune about prioritizing prior authorization reform. Telehealth - Urged Congress to extend central telehealth flexibilities scheduled to expire in our year-end priorities letter. Supported the DEA extension of COVID-19 in-person telehealth prescribing flexibilities through the end of 2025. Health Information Technology - Submitted a comment letter and joined another letter to the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy in HHS on the proposed Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: Patient Engagement, Information Sharing, and Public Health Interoperability rule.
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2024 · third_quarter · Q3
Medicare payment reform - Submitted comments in response to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS); joined letter to congressional leadership on the need for Medicare physician payment reform before the end of the year; joined letter to congressional leadership on the need to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act. Value-based care - Joined letter to CMS on the Medicare Shared Savings Program provisions of its proposed 2025 PFS; joined letter to CMS about its proposed rule on mitigating the impact of significant, anomalous, and highly suspect billing activity on Medicare Shared Savings Program Financial Calculations in Calendar Year 2023. Telehealth - Submitted testimony on telehealth in response to the House Committee on Energy and Commerces markup of 16 bills; joined letter to the Congress and the White House about extending current flexibilities regarding prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Prior Authorization - Joined letter to Congress in support of the Electronic Prior Authorization for Prescription Drugs Act (S. 4349). Cybersecurity - Submitted comments in response to the Department of Homeland Securitys proposed rule on the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Acts reporting requirements. Medical debt - Submitted comments in response to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureaus proposed rule on medical debt.
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2024 · second_quarter · Q2
Medicare Payment - Submitted response to the Senate Committee on Finances White Paper, Bolstering Chronic Care through Physician Payment: Current Challenges and Policy Options in Medicare Part B; submitted testimony for House Committee on Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, The Collapse of Private Practice: Examining the Challenges Facing Independent Medicine; Submitted testimony for Senate Committee on Finances hearing, Rural Health Care: Supporting Lives and Improving Communities; Submitted testimony to Senate Committee on Finances hearing, Bolstering Chronic Care through Medicare Physician Payment. Value-Based Care - Submitted testimony for House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Checking-In on CMMI: Assessing the Transition to Value-Based Care. Change Healthcare Cyberattack - Sent two letters requesting guidance from OCR about the Change Healthcare cyberattack and HIPAA breach notifications; Joined two letters to OCR on the Change Healthcare cyberattack and implications to medical groups; Submitted testimony for Senate Committee on Finances hearing, Hacking Americas Health Care: Assessing the Change Healthcare Cyber Attack and Whats Next; Submitted testimony for House Committee on Energy and Commerces hearing, Examining Health Sector Cybersecurity in the Wake of the Change Healthcare Attack. Prior Authorization - Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act; Submitted letter to CMS on its proposed prior authorization demonstration project for certain ambulatory surgical center services. Medicare Advantage - Responded to CMS RFI on Medicare Advantage data. Administrative Burden in Healthcare - Submitted testimony to Senate Budget Committees hearing, Reducing Paperwork, Cutting Costs: Alleviating Administrative Burdens in Health Care. Patient Matching - Joined letter to Congress supporting the repeal of Section 510 of the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill that prohibits spending on adopting a national unique patient ID standard. Telehealth - Submitted testimony to House Committee on Energy and Commerces hearing, Legislative Proposals to Support Patient Access to Telehealth Services; Joined letter asking DEA to expedite release of telehealth rule for prescribing controlled medications. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter to Senate Finance Committee with recommendations on graduate medical education.
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2024 · first_quarter · Q1
Hill outreach on stopping the Medicare cuts and our advocacy agenda for 2024: protecting the financial viability of medical group practices, reducing prior authorization burden, advancing value-based care, improving quality reporting, maintaining access to care through telehealth, expanding the physician workforce, improving implementation of No Surprises Act requirements, and supporting the effective and ethical application of artificial intelligence technology. Telehealth: Submitted testimony to the House Committee on Ways and Means hearing, Enhancing Access to Care at Home in Rural and Underserved Communities. Laboratory developed tests: Submitted testimony to House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on laboratory developed tests, Evaluating Approaches to Diagnostic Test Regulation and the Impact of FDAs Proposed Rule. Artificial intelligence: Submitted testimony to Senate Finance Committee hearing, Artificial Intelligence and Health Care: Promise and Pitfalls. Graduate medical education: Letter supporting the Substance Use Disorder Workforce Act (H.R. 7050). Information blocking: Submitted comments to CMS and ONC on the information blocking disincentives for providers proposed rule. Cybersecurity: Letter to HHS in response to the Change Healthcare cyberattack impact on medical groups. Medicare cuts rebilling clarification: Letter to CMS asking for rebilling clarification if Medicare cuts were retroactively addressed.
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2023 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Telehealth: sent recommendations to the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Ensuring Medicare Beneficiary Access: A Path to Telehealth Permanency; joined sign-on letter to CMS about reporting a practitioners home address when offering telehealth services. Medicare payment: Submitted testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing about Medicare payment, Whats the Prognosis?: Examining Medicare Proposals to Improve Patient Access to Care & Minimize Red Tape for Doctors; joined sign-on letter to Congress with Medicare budget neutrality recommendations; sent letter to the Senate Finance Committees Open Executive Session on the Better Mental Health Care, Lower-Cost Drugs, and Extenders Act (S 3430); joined sign-on letter to congressional leadership to avert the scheduled cut to the Medicare conversion factor; sent letter of support for Preserving Seniors Access to Physicians Act of 2023 (HR 6683); joined sign-on letter to congressional leadership about extending the advanced alternative payment model incentive bonus; sent letter to congressional leadership with recommendations for Medicare payment reform for 2024. MIPS: Joined sign-on letter in support of the SURS Extension Act (HR 5935). Rural Healthcare: Responded to House Ways and Means RFI on improving healthcare in rural and underserved areas. No Surprises Act: submitted comments to HHS on proposed No Surprises Act rule on independent dispute resolution operations; submitted recommendations to House Ways and Means Hearing, Reduced Care for Patients: Fallout From Flawed Implementation of Surprise Medical Billing Protections. Discrimination on the Basis of Disability: Submitted comments to HHS in response to their proposed rule about discrimination on the basis of disability. Laboratory Developed Tests: submitted comments to the FDA in response to their rulemaking on laboratory developed tests (LDT); joined sign-on letter to extend the comment deadline for FDAs LDT rulemaking; joined sign-on letter to Congress to urge FDA to pause LDT rulemaking and work on legislation. Electronic Funds Transfer Fees: Supported the No Fees for EFTs Act (HR 6487). Prior Authorization: Included support for the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act in our legislative recommendations to congressional leadership for 2024.
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2023 · third_quarter · Q3
Medicare payment: Joined healthcare organization sign-on letter to extend APM incentive payments; sent letter to E&C Health Subcommittee on ways to reduce burden for medical groups re: Whats the Prognosis?: Examining Medicare Proposals to Improve Patient Access to Care & Minimize Red Tape for Doctors" hearing; response to W&M Improving Access to Health Care in Rural and Underserved Areas RFI; submitted comments on the 2024 proposed Physician Fee Schedule No Surprises Act: Testimony for W&M hearing on Reduced Care for Patients: Fallout From Flawed Implementation of Surprise Medical Billing Protections Medical payment produces: Response to CFPB RFI about medical payment produces Prior authorization: Letter of support for the GOLD Card Act (HR 4968) and the Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act (HR 5213)
Medicare payment: Joined healthcare organization sign-on letter to extend APM incentive payments; sent letter to E&C Health Subcommittee on ways to reduce burden for medical groups re: Whats the Prognosis?: Examining Medicare Proposals to Improve Patient Access to Care & Minimize Red Tape for Doctors" hearing; response to W&M Improving Access to Health Care in Rural and Underserved Areas RFI; submitted comments on the 2024 proposed Physician Fee Schedule No Surprises Act: Testimony for W&M hearing on Reduced Care for Patients: Fallout From Flawed Implementation of Surprise Medical Billing Protections Medical payment produces: Response to CFPB RFI about medical payment produces Prior authorization: Letter of support for the GOLD Card Act (HR 4968) and the Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act (HR 5213)
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2023 · second_quarter · Q2
Regulation in healthcare: submitted written comment to House Small Business Committee on "Burdensome Red Tape: Overregulation in Health Care and the Impact on Small Businesses" hearing MACRA: supported H.R. 2474, the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act; submitted written comment to House Energy & Commerce Committee on MACRA Checkup: Assessing Implementation and Challenges that Remain for Patients and Doctors hearing Telehealth: submitted written comment to House Energy & Commerce Committee on the SUPPORT Act reauthorization Prior authorization: submitted written comment to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs on Examining Health Care Denials and Delays in Medicare Advantage hearing Patient ID: joined sign-on letter to House and Senate appropriations leaderships to reject the inclusion of outdated rider language in Section 510 of the Fiscal Year 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education and Related Agencies (Labor-HHS) Appropriations bill that prohibits the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from spending any federal dollars to promulgate or adopt a national unique patient health identifier standard HIPAA: submitted written comment to CMS on HIPAA attachment standards proposed rule CCM: supported H.R. 2829, Chronic Care Management Act of 2023 Labs: supported S. 1000 / H.R. 2377, the Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act (SALSA) Healthcare transparency: submitted written comment to House Ways and Means Committees on Health Care Price Transparency: A Patients Right to Know hearing HTI-1 proposals: submitted written comment to ONC regarding Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: Certification Program Updates, Algorithm Transparency, and Information Sharing proposed rule
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2023 · first_quarter · Q1
Telehealth: respond to RFI on CONNECT for Health Act Prior authorization: submit comments to CMS regarding 2024 MA and Part D proposed rule and prior authorization and interoperability proposed rule Value-based care: submit recommendations to Congress to promote value-based care in Medicare Medicare Advantage: submit comments on CY 2024 Advance Notice MIPS MVPs: share recommendations on MIPS MVPs with CMS Workforce: submit recommendations to Senate HELP RFI on healthcare workforce shortage DEA: submit comments to DEA on proposed rule to modify telehealth prescribing rules for mental health treatment
Telehealth: respond to RFI on CONNECT for Health Act Prior authorization: submit comments to CMS regarding 2024 MA and Part D proposed rule and prior authorization and interoperability proposed rule Value-based care: submit recommendations to Congress to promote value-based care in Medicare Medicare Advantage: submit comments on CY 2024 Advance Notice MIPS MVPs: share recommendations on MIPS MVPs with CMS Workforce: submit recommendations to Senate HELP RFI on healthcare workforce shortage DEA: submit comments to DEA on proposed rule to modify telehealth prescribing rules for mental health treatment
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) - Joined letter to congressional leadership raising concerns about the OBBAs Medicaid provisions impact on patient care. Joined letter to congressional leadership urging Congress to protect financial aid programs that improve access to medical education in the OBBBA. Joined letter to Senate leadership discussing the House-version of the OBBAs impact on Medicare physician payment, Medicaid, and medical education. Prior authorization- Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 3514/S. 1816). Value-based care- Joined letter to Congress supporting the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (H.R. 786/ S. 1460). Deregulation - Sent letter to CMS with deregulatory policies in response to its request for information (RFI) on Medicare regulatory relief. Responded to the Office of Management and Budgets RFI on deregulation with ways to reduce burden for medical groups. Health Information Technology - Responded to ASTP/ONCs RFI on the health information ecosystem with recommendations to advance interoperability and reduce administrative burden. Section 1557 - Sent letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights raising concerns with Section 1557 of the ACAs language access provisions. Patient Identification (ID)- Joined letters to House and Senate Appropriations leadership supporting the repeal of Section 510 in the Labor-HHS appropriations bill regarding Patient ID.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE
Medicare Payment - Supported the introduction of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act (HR 879) to address the Medicare payment cut. Submitted letter to congressional leadership urging them to include a Medicare physician payment fix in government funding legislation and move towards a permanent payment solution as part of our 2025 legislative priorities. Joined two letters urging Congress to address the Medicare payment cut and move towards permanent reform in its appropriations bill. Value-based care - Sent letter of support for the Preserving Patient Access to Accountable Care Act (HR 786) to extend value-based care policies that expired at the end of 2024. Pushed for the extension of the APM incentive payment and maintaining the QP thresholds to be included in the government funding bill as part of our letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Telehealth - Submitted a comment letter to the DEA on its proposed rule to establish a special registration process for prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Joined letter urging Congress to establish permanent access to telehealth services. Pushed for an extension of telehealth flexibilities in a letter to congressional leadership outlining our 2025 priorities. Prior authorization - Supported the reintroduction of the Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Cares Act (HR 2433) to reform prior authorization, and joined a letter of support to the bill sponsors. MIPS Value Pathways - Joined letter urging CMS to take an alternative approach to MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs). Medicare Advantage - Joined a comment letter on CMS proposed 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. Health Information Technology - Submitted a comment letter and joined a letter urging HHS not to move forward with proposed changes to the HIPAA Security Rule. Joined letter highlighting the importance of the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ASTP/ONC).
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Medicare Payment - Submitted letter to congressional leadership urging them to stop the cut to the Medicare conversion factor and reform Medicare physician payment as part of our year-end priorities. Joined letter to Congress about fixing Medicare payment issues. Supported the introduction of the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act. Supported congressional offices signing on to a Dear Colleague letter about fixing Medicare payment. Value-Based Care - Sent letter to Congress reinforcing the need to stop the expiration of the APM incentive payment and maintain current QP thresholds for 2025 as part of our year-end priorities. Joined letter to Congress urging them to address value-based care priorities before the end of the year. Prior Authorization - Joined letter to Congress supporting the passage of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act. Included prior authorization reform as one of our year-end priorities in a letter to Congress. Joined letter to incoming Senate Majority Leader Thune about prioritizing prior authorization reform. Telehealth - Urged Congress to extend central telehealth flexibilities scheduled to expire in our year-end priorities letter. Supported the DEA extension of COVID-19 in-person telehealth prescribing flexibilities through the end of 2025. Health Information Technology - Submitted a comment letter and joined another letter to the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy in HHS on the proposed Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: Patient Engagement, Information Sharing, and Public Health Interoperability rule.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Medicare payment reform - Submitted comments in response to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS); joined letter to congressional leadership on the need for Medicare physician payment reform before the end of the year; joined letter to congressional leadership on the need to reform the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act. Value-based care - Joined letter to CMS on the Medicare Shared Savings Program provisions of its proposed 2025 PFS; joined letter to CMS about its proposed rule on mitigating the impact of significant, anomalous, and highly suspect billing activity on Medicare Shared Savings Program Financial Calculations in Calendar Year 2023. Telehealth - Submitted testimony on telehealth in response to the House Committee on Energy and Commerces markup of 16 bills; joined letter to the Congress and the White House about extending current flexibilities regarding prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Prior Authorization - Joined letter to Congress in support of the Electronic Prior Authorization for Prescription Drugs Act (S. 4349). Cybersecurity - Submitted comments in response to the Department of Homeland Securitys proposed rule on the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Acts reporting requirements. Medical debt - Submitted comments in response to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureaus proposed rule on medical debt.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, White House Office
Medicare Payment - Submitted response to the Senate Committee on Finances White Paper, Bolstering Chronic Care through Physician Payment: Current Challenges and Policy Options in Medicare Part B; submitted testimony for House Committee on Ways and Means Subcommittee on Healths hearing, The Collapse of Private Practice: Examining the Challenges Facing Independent Medicine; Submitted testimony for Senate Committee on Finances hearing, Rural Health Care: Supporting Lives and Improving Communities; Submitted testimony to Senate Committee on Finances hearing, Bolstering Chronic Care through Medicare Physician Payment. Value-Based Care - Submitted testimony for House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Checking-In on CMMI: Assessing the Transition to Value-Based Care. Change Healthcare Cyberattack - Sent two letters requesting guidance from OCR about the Change Healthcare cyberattack and HIPAA breach notifications; Joined two letters to OCR on the Change Healthcare cyberattack and implications to medical groups; Submitted testimony for Senate Committee on Finances hearing, Hacking Americas Health Care: Assessing the Change Healthcare Cyber Attack and Whats Next; Submitted testimony for House Committee on Energy and Commerces hearing, Examining Health Sector Cybersecurity in the Wake of the Change Healthcare Attack. Prior Authorization - Supported the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act; Submitted letter to CMS on its proposed prior authorization demonstration project for certain ambulatory surgical center services. Medicare Advantage - Responded to CMS RFI on Medicare Advantage data. Administrative Burden in Healthcare - Submitted testimony to Senate Budget Committees hearing, Reducing Paperwork, Cutting Costs: Alleviating Administrative Burdens in Health Care. Patient Matching - Joined letter to Congress supporting the repeal of Section 510 of the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill that prohibits spending on adopting a national unique patient ID standard. Telehealth - Submitted testimony to House Committee on Energy and Commerces hearing, Legislative Proposals to Support Patient Access to Telehealth Services; Joined letter asking DEA to expedite release of telehealth rule for prescribing controlled medications. Graduate Medical Education - Joined letter to Senate Finance Committee with recommendations on graduate medical education.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Hill outreach on stopping the Medicare cuts and our advocacy agenda for 2024: protecting the financial viability of medical group practices, reducing prior authorization burden, advancing value-based care, improving quality reporting, maintaining access to care through telehealth, expanding the physician workforce, improving implementation of No Surprises Act requirements, and supporting the effective and ethical application of artificial intelligence technology. Telehealth: Submitted testimony to the House Committee on Ways and Means hearing, Enhancing Access to Care at Home in Rural and Underserved Communities. Laboratory developed tests: Submitted testimony to House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing on laboratory developed tests, Evaluating Approaches to Diagnostic Test Regulation and the Impact of FDAs Proposed Rule. Artificial intelligence: Submitted testimony to Senate Finance Committee hearing, Artificial Intelligence and Health Care: Promise and Pitfalls. Graduate medical education: Letter supporting the Substance Use Disorder Workforce Act (H.R. 7050). Information blocking: Submitted comments to CMS and ONC on the information blocking disincentives for providers proposed rule. Cybersecurity: Letter to HHS in response to the Change Healthcare cyberattack impact on medical groups. Medicare cuts rebilling clarification: Letter to CMS asking for rebilling clarification if Medicare cuts were retroactively addressed.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Telehealth: sent recommendations to the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Healths hearing, Ensuring Medicare Beneficiary Access: A Path to Telehealth Permanency; joined sign-on letter to CMS about reporting a practitioners home address when offering telehealth services. Medicare payment: Submitted testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing about Medicare payment, Whats the Prognosis?: Examining Medicare Proposals to Improve Patient Access to Care & Minimize Red Tape for Doctors; joined sign-on letter to Congress with Medicare budget neutrality recommendations; sent letter to the Senate Finance Committees Open Executive Session on the Better Mental Health Care, Lower-Cost Drugs, and Extenders Act (S 3430); joined sign-on letter to congressional leadership to avert the scheduled cut to the Medicare conversion factor; sent letter of support for Preserving Seniors Access to Physicians Act of 2023 (HR 6683); joined sign-on letter to congressional leadership about extending the advanced alternative payment model incentive bonus; sent letter to congressional leadership with recommendations for Medicare payment reform for 2024. MIPS: Joined sign-on letter in support of the SURS Extension Act (HR 5935). Rural Healthcare: Responded to House Ways and Means RFI on improving healthcare in rural and underserved areas. No Surprises Act: submitted comments to HHS on proposed No Surprises Act rule on independent dispute resolution operations; submitted recommendations to House Ways and Means Hearing, Reduced Care for Patients: Fallout From Flawed Implementation of Surprise Medical Billing Protections. Discrimination on the Basis of Disability: Submitted comments to HHS in response to their proposed rule about discrimination on the basis of disability. Laboratory Developed Tests: submitted comments to the FDA in response to their rulemaking on laboratory developed tests (LDT); joined sign-on letter to extend the comment deadline for FDAs LDT rulemaking; joined sign-on letter to Congress to urge FDA to pause LDT rulemaking and work on legislation. Electronic Funds Transfer Fees: Supported the No Fees for EFTs Act (HR 6487). Prior Authorization: Included support for the reintroduction of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act in our legislative recommendations to congressional leadership for 2024.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Regulation in healthcare: submitted written comment to House Small Business Committee on "Burdensome Red Tape: Overregulation in Health Care and the Impact on Small Businesses" hearing MACRA: supported H.R. 2474, the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act; submitted written comment to House Energy & Commerce Committee on MACRA Checkup: Assessing Implementation and Challenges that Remain for Patients and Doctors hearing Telehealth: submitted written comment to House Energy & Commerce Committee on the SUPPORT Act reauthorization Prior authorization: submitted written comment to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs on Examining Health Care Denials and Delays in Medicare Advantage hearing Patient ID: joined sign-on letter to House and Senate appropriations leaderships to reject the inclusion of outdated rider language in Section 510 of the Fiscal Year 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education and Related Agencies (Labor-HHS) Appropriations bill that prohibits the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from spending any federal dollars to promulgate or adopt a national unique patient health identifier standard HIPAA: submitted written comment to CMS on HIPAA attachment standards proposed rule CCM: supported H.R. 2829, Chronic Care Management Act of 2023 Labs: supported S. 1000 / H.R. 2377, the Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act (SALSA) Healthcare transparency: submitted written comment to House Ways and Means Committees on Health Care Price Transparency: A Patients Right to Know hearing HTI-1 proposals: submitted written comment to ONC regarding Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: Certification Program Updates, Algorithm Transparency, and Information Sharing proposed rule
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE