Proposed physician fee schedule is out for comment

On July 14, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule that announces and solicits public comments on proposed policy changes for Medicare payments under the Physician Fee Schedule (PFS), and other Medicare Part B issues, effective on or after January 1, 2026. Go to CMS.gov for details

New Simpler EP Call Tree Template in the Library

Many of us have struggled with using the current EP Communication Plan diagram (291-A). Now, we have added a more simple roster-style template (291-B). It is easier to use and revise. Remember that updating the communication plan or call tree is critical when making sure you can activate an EP plan when needed.

TELEHEALTH EXTENSIONS GRANTED BY CONGRESS

Congress included RHC telehealth extensions in the Continuing Resolution that passed on March 14th. This means that distant site medical telehealth flexibilities were extended until September 30, 2025. It also means that the in-person visit requirements for mental health telehealth are also extended through this government fiscal year end. Medical telehealth will be reported with G2025 (no CG) and will reimburse $94.45. Mental telehealth will be reported with revenue code 900, one of the approved mental health CPT codes and with either the 95 modifier for audio-visual or FQ/or 93 for audio only services. Mental health telehealth pays at the AIR.

RHC: NEW LIBRARY ITEM: 380-B Approved Medical Abbreviations

We have created a library item which meets the new QuadA Standard 1-B-7 which requires an approved list of abbreviations used in the medical records. Library Item 380-B can be used as an addendum to Policy #380 Medical Records. Complete the checklist and add as a new evidence to Policy 380. Contact your inQdocs consultant if you need assistance.