The SGR extension that delayed cuts until the end of February did not include E&M cuts; however, earlier draft legislation (H.R. 3630) would have cut HOPD E&M payments to physician-office reimbursement levels, saving $6.8 billion over 10 years.
The committee is expected to meet soon on developing a year-long extension for the payroll tax holiday and SGR.
The AAMC argues that any efforts to revive the E&M cuts could be detrimental to hospitals by reducing patient access and medical resident training, according to the report.
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