CMS Proposes Expanding Site-Neutral Payments for Hospital Outpatient Imaging

CMS proposes expanding site-neutral payments for hospital outpatient imaging services, potentially reducing reimbursement disparities between hospital and office settings, the ACR reports.

• The proposed rule would affect the Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (HOPPS).
• It aims to grow site-neutral payments, aligning reimbursement for certain imaging services regardless of care setting.
• As a proposed rule, provisions are subject to change before finalization.

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