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The Medicare contractor updated its botulinum toxin injection coverage policy to clarify that single-dose vials may be split between multiple patients.

CMS will automatically apply exceptions from Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) reporting for clinicians affected by the strong winds and flooding during severe storms in Texas.

The proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule includes an unprecedented -2.5% efficiency adjustment. We have serious concerns. Here’s why.

The proposed NIH reorganization threatens sight-saving research — and the future of ophthalmology itself.

The proposed rule could affect about 3,500 hospital outpatient departments and 6,100 ambulatory surgical centers (ASC).

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.