This year, healthcare policy has seen significant developments at the federal level. Congress faced a government shutdown related to ongoing debates about whether to continue the enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium tax credits that were introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The future of these subsidies remains unresolved.
In addition, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published a new physician fee schedule rule. This update will impact how Medicare reimburses physicians for their services.
In Florida, recent data on the state’s physician workforce was released in November, providing insights into trends and challenges facing healthcare providers in the region.
For those seeking more information or context on these topics, previous articles have offered detailed coverage throughout the year.
