Many physicians in Florida — even those who do not participate in the Medicare fee-for-service program — stand to be affected by an 8.42% Medicare physician payment cut that will take effect in 2023 unless Congress intervenes. As explained in a recent FMA update, “Since commercial payment rates are generally a function of Medicare rates, any reduction in the value of Medicare payments will also likely spill over to the commercial rates paid to many physician practices.”
You can support our efforts to prevent this egregious payment cut by sending a pre-written, customizable letter to your Congress members. Read our update for details about the potential impact on Florida’s Medicare beneficiaries and physicians.