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August Advocacy Roundup: The 2026 Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule

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CMS's RVU reshuffling might offset the 3.3% conversion factor increase, leaving PT reimbursements flat or lower.

Sharon West and Rachel Miller discuss the proposed 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Rule, covering key changes like the conversion factor increase, RVU adjustments that may offset gains, and challenges with CMS rejecting survey data. They also explore value-based care shifts, telehealth updates, and advocacy efforts for fair PT reimbursement.

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