Policy Details

Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and ASC Payment Systems and Quality Reporting Programs; Organ Acquisition; Rural Emergency Hospitals and Other Policies

Summary

Finalizes CY 2023 updates to the Physician Fee Schedule and other Medicare Part B policies, including valuation changes, telehealth flexibilities, and Quality Payment Program updates.

Healthcare Implications

Continues telehealth and digital health coverage pathways that underpin AI‑enabled remote care and documentation tools. Clinician groups should align AI‑assisted workflows with Quality Payment Program and coding changes.

Impact Level

Low

Stakeholders

Providers & Health Systems; Patients & Public; Payers & Purchasers