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The law streamlines the prior authorization process through electronic systems, reducing delays and administrative burdens for Alaska physicians and patients.

Ophthalmology services aren't included for now. Learn how the WISeR Model works.

The Academy’s clinical data registry again helped our profession maximize scores in the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System.

The bill includes an additional 2.5% payment increase for the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. See more and how the Academy worked to influence the process for you and your patients.  

The U.S. Senate has approved a Republican budget reconciliation bill that would give doctors a one-year 2.5% Medicare payment increase  in 2026 and makes major changes to the Medicaid program. The House is expected to vote on the legislation later on Thursday after an all-night session.

Scammers impersonating CMS are sending phishing fax requests for medical records and documentation, falsely claiming to be part of a Medicare audit.

Momentum is building on Capitol Hill to rein in Medicare Advantage plan upcoding.

Rep. Mike Kennedy, MD, JD, R-Utah, strongly supports Medicare payment reforms and quality veterans care at OPHTHPAC’s second Speaker Series of 2025.

Stay updated with the latest information on threats to safe eye surgery in Florida.

The Academy urges federal agencies to advance imaging interoperability in ophthalmology, reduce administrative burdens in quality reporting, and expand opportunities for specialists to participate in value-based care.