The Ins and Outs of RVU's-The Ins and Outs of RVUs

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Video Summary

Today's video discussed the ins and outs of RVUs, which stands for relative value units. The video outlined how Medicare pays physicians based on services provided by using CPT codes and assigning a relative value unit to each code. The RVU is then multiplied by the geographical adjustment factor and a conversion factor to determine the compensation level for a particular service. The RVU is broken down into three components: physician work, practice expense, and malpractice expense. The video also mentioned that the RVU is reviewed every five years to determine if adjustments need to be made. The presentation emphasized the importance of accurately filling out surveys about RVUs to ensure fair compensation for physicians. It also highlighted the need for physicians to understand how RVUs are calculated and how they can impact their salaries. The video concluded by discussing the future outlook for specialists and the potential impact of alternative payment models and value-based reimbursement on compensation. Overall, the video provided an overview of RVUs and their significance in physician compensation. No credits were mentioned in the transcript.

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Cedric Olivera, MD, MS, FACOG, FACS, FPMRS & Jill Rathbun

Keywords

RVUs

relative value units

Medicare

physician payment

CPT codes

geographical adjustment factor

conversion factor

physician work

practice expense

malpractice expense