House Passes The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Sweeping legislation includes provisions that will support people living with serious illness.
CMMI Halts Start of the Seriously Ill Population (SIP) Payment Model
CMMI notifies applicants that the model is “under review”.
National Coalition Shares Policy Goals with Biden Administration and New Congress
Recommendations span COVID-19 response, access and payment, and workforce expansion.
Trump Signs Omnibus and COVID-19 Relief Bill
New law delays changes to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
CMMI Releases More Details on Direct Contracting Model Opportunities
New payment arrangements will hold groups of providers accountable for total cost and quality.
CMS Releases Final 2021 Physician Fee Schedule
Includes key changes impacting palliative care reimbursement.
CAPC's Brynn Bowman Announced as Health and Aging Policy Fellow
The 2020-2021 cohort will continue the tradition of excellence in shaping policies for older Americans.
Medicare Provides Additional Telehealth Flexibility
Changes include Medicare reimbursement for many more codes, and for telephone-only evaluations/virtual check-ins.
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Becomes Law
Third economic package directs $2 trillion to address the economic and public health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
