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HHS Extends Public Health Emergency

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July 19, 2022

On Friday, July 15, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) announced a renewal of the ongoing Public Health Emergency (PHE). Documentation of this extension can be found on the PHE website. The PHE will be up for renewal in mid-October. HHS has indicated that it will provide 60 days notice prior to the termination of the public health. This advanced warning is intended to allow time to prepare for the expiration of the many waivers associated with the PHE. AAPM&R will be closely monitoring alerts from HHS in the coming months to keep members informed on this important issue.

 

Legislation Introduced to Alleviate Impact of Conversion Factor Cut for 2021

Nov 09, 2020

Last month, two bills were introduced in the House proposing solutions to the estimated 10.6% Physician Fee Schedule conversion factor cut expected to go into effect January 1, 2021.  The bills offer some relief to the cut, but do not reflect a comprehensive or long-term solution.  AAPM&R has therefore chosen to remain neutral regarding these bills. 

Your Academy continues to advocate for a permanent solution to the conversion factor cut while maintaining the important payment increases to office and outpatient evaluation and management services.

 

 

 

 

 

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