Medicare's 2025 PFS Rule to Enhance Post-Fracture Care

I thought I would share this recent news from the National Bone Health Policy Institute (BHOF) - https://www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.org/
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We are excited to share a significant development in the fight against osteoporosis. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have released the proposed 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) rule, which takes crucial steps to improve post-fracture care for osteoporosis patients in the U.S.

Key Highlights of the Proposed Rule:
-- New Coding for Fracture Management: The proposed rule introduces new coding options that enable better management of fractures under comprehensive treatment plans. This includes the global post-operative add-on code (HCPCS code GPOC1) and advanced primary care management codes.

-- Enhanced Reimbursement: By recognizing the additional efforts required for post-fracture care, the rule aims to ensure that providers are adequately reimbursed for the comprehensive care they deliver, improving patient outcomes and reducing the risk of subsequent fractures.

-- Focus on Evidence-Based Care: CMS is seeking public comments to understand the frequency and barriers to providing evidence-based care for fracture patients. This initiative is expected to address the gaps in care and ensure that more patients receive the treatment they need.

We at the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) have been at the forefront of advocating for these changes. We are so grateful to those of you who have called on and written to your Members of Congress regarding this matter. Our collective efforts with a coalition of patient advocacy and health professional organizations have been instrumental in bringing this issue to the attention of CMS. We will continue to work closely with CMS and other stakeholders to ensure that the final rule includes provisions that will make quality post-fracture care the standard.

Your support is crucial in ensuring that these proposed changes are implemented and that all osteoporosis patients receive the care they deserve.

For more information, please view the press release below.
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-- Medicare’s Proposed 2025 PFS Rule Takes Critical First Steps to Improve Post-Fracture Care for Osteoporosis Patients in the U.S.: https://www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.org/news/medicares-proposed-2025-pfs-rule-takes-critical-first-steps-to-improve-post-fracture-care-for-osteoporosis-patients-in-the-us/