2015 Annual Meeting-The New World of Physician Payment Video

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Video Summary

The video is a recording of a presentation on the new world of physician payment. The presentation is led by Dr. Doug Hale, OGS president elect, and Ronnie Adam, chair of the OGS quality committee. They discuss the changes in physician reimbursement and the need for physicians to understand and adapt to these changes. The speakers explain the history of physician payment regulations and the new law known as MACRA (Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act). They discuss the impact of MACRA on physician payments and the need for physicians to participate in alternative payment models (APMs) to maximize their reimbursement rates. The speakers also highlight the work of OGS in developing quality measures specific to their sub-specialty and the importance of physician involvement in shaping future payment regulations. Overall, the video emphasizes the need for physicians to stay informed and engaged in the evolving landscape of physician payment.

Keywords

physician payment

presentation

physician reimbursement

MACRA

alternative payment models

quality measures

physician involvement