While Congress was away for August recess, APMA's government affairs team spent the month laying the groundwork with congressional staff to make sure podiatric priorities are front and center in September. Influential members of key Congressional committees have expressed interest in crafting bipartisan legislation on healthcare which could address Medicare Advantage challenges, inadequate payment rates, care delays, and burdensome prior authorization rules.
This fall, APMA will continue to push Congress for prior authorization reform, payment parity in Medicare Advantage, and long-term fixes to Medicare reimbursement.
Now is the time to make your voice heard! Visit APMA's eAdvocacy website to send a message to your members of Congress and urge them to support policies that strengthen podiatry and protect access to care.