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Increased Transparency and Oversight for Medicare Billing Codes

This act aims to enhance transparency and oversight of Medicare billing codes. Citizens can expect a more thorough analysis of how codes are added, modified, and removed, potentially leading to greater stability and clarity in medical bills. Annual public reports on new codes will also provide a better understanding of what Medicare is paying for.
Key points
An independent study will examine how Medicare manages billing codes, analyzing data, trends, and costs.
Annual public reports will be issued on new Medicare billing codes, their usage, and expenditures, accessible to everyone.
The goal is to improve transparency and oversight, potentially leading to more stable and predictable healthcare costs for citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7652
Sponsor: Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Process start date: 2024-03-13