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Eye Care Practices Could See Steep Cuts if CMS’ Proposal Is Finalized

Plus: Telehealth may expand into next year. In addition to the E/M code changes on the agenda for January, eye care practices should be aware of proposals in the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS). If CMS’ proposals are finalized, eye care practices could face tighter budgets in the new year. Context: On Aug. 3, CMS issued its Calendar Year (CY) [...]
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