Washington Update

Bill Finerfrock, President, Capitol Associates, Director of Government Affairs, HBMA

Curious about what is happening in Washington? Do not miss this session! Bill Finerfrock will discuss recent health policy developments and provide an update about how these changes might impact you and your clients. Where are Medicare payments headed? What is the future of fee-for-service? Find out the answers to these questions and gain an understanding of the development of Alternative Payment Models, Congressional efforts to reduce Medicare spending, and ICD-10 implementation plans.

Learning Objectives – At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
•Discuss SGR reform and ICD-10 implementation plans
•Define how payment reforms affect the future of fee-for-service
•Explain whether or not “skinny networks” here to stay
•Describe Congressional efforts to reduce Medicare spending

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