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Leaders from 41 states called for a delay of the cuts for at least two years -- or until Congress can find a "sustainable, permanent solution."
But targeting each clinical scenario individually might not address some of the underlying drivers of this trend.
Today is the deadline for insurers to sign qualified health plans announcing their premium rates.
Senators said that while they support efficiencies in Medicare, it should be done in a manner that doesn't compromise access to care for seniors.
Under Graham-Collins, millions would lose comprehensive health insurance that covers high-cost medical events, according to CBO report.
ACO and hospital executives say they want greater flexibility in models for Medicare, Medicaid and dual-eligible patients.
The physician payment programs are more workable for than preceding federal models, but some unrealistic expectations are emerging.
The Biosimilars Council has urged CMS to revisit their payment and coding policy and provide unique billing code and payment rate for these drugs.
CMS innovation center programs in limbo as officials say free market approach will encourage competition among healthcare providers.
Republicans polled generally oppose the approach, although the opposition has been dwindling.