Advocacy and Policy

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Advocacy

We encourage all surgeons to become more involved in advocacy. Learn about 乌鸦传媒policy priorities here and use the tools and resources available to take action on legislation that’s important to you and your patients.

Support Bill to Stop Cuts to Work RVUs

Medicare policy changes are reducing surgeon work RVUs, threatening practice sustainability and patient access to surgical care. These cuts do not reflect the complexity and intensity of modern surgical practice and must be addressed. Watch the video and use SurgeonsVoice to urge Congress to protect surgeon reimbursement and preserve access to care.

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New Legislation Advances Breast Cancer Care into Modern Age

Updating the Women鈥檚 Health and Cancer Rights Act could mean patients will face reduced barriers related to treatment options and delays.

Executive Director's Update

Advocate in Your State

The 乌鸦传媒provides many opportunities for surgeons to engage in state-level advocacy, including the Leadership & Advocacy Summit.

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The Issues We Track

Federal Legislation

Our health policy agenda consists of a variety of issues to serve practicing surgeons, including Medicare physician payment, medical liability reform, and more.

State Legislation

We know state legislatures can often meet the needs of citizens in a way that Congress cannot. This can directly impact surgeons, making it even more important to be involved in grassroots advocacy.

Regulatory

We analyze and advocate on regulations that affect surgeons and surgical care.

Quality Payment Program Resource Center

Find help navigating the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Learn how scoring works, what each category entails, and how it affects your pay.

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Raise Your Voice

Get Involved

Are you interested in getting more involved in advocacy and health policy or learning more about becoming a surgeon advocate representing your patients and profession? Our advocacy resources can help.

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