The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed the 2027 physician fee schedule, suggesting cuts to radiologist payments, with a proposed conversion factor of approximately $32.84, reflecting a 1.68% reduction from 2026. Physicians in alternative payment models would see a slightly higher conversion factor of $33.17, also down from the previous year. These reductions are attributed to the expiration of a 2.5% pay bump from the Working Families Tax Cut Act. The Society of Interventional Radiology urged Congress to halt the proposal, warning it could jeopardize seniors' access to healthcare. CMS also plans changes to the Quality Payment Program, transitioning away from traditional MIPS in 2029 to focus on clinically meaningful MIPS Value Pathways. The agency highlights intended positive impacts for various specialties, including diagnostic radiologists and radiation oncologists. Additionally, CMS is seeking input on interoperability issues leading to duplicate testing in imaging and lab results. The proposed rule is open for public comment, with a final version expected later in the year.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:07:28 GMT | Radiology Business