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2026 Medicare Fee Schedule Faces Backlash from Medical Groups

11/5/2025

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The 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) draws criticism from medical groups for potential impacts on U.S. healthcare.
The American Medical Association (AMA) says the rule could disadvantage private practices and fail to address costs.
Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) says reimbursement increase does not compensate for prior cuts and could lead to further reductions.
Alliance for Connected Care criticizes telehealth policy for increasing operational burdens on health systems.

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The 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) draws criticism from medical groups for potential impacts on U.S. healthcare.
The American Medical Association (AMA) says the rule could disadvantage private practices and fail to address costs.
Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) says reimbursement increase does not compensate for prior cuts and could lead to further reductions.
Alliance for Connected Care criticizes telehealth policy for increasing operational burdens on health systems.