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ACR Detailed Summary of MedPAC March Report to Congress
March 27, 2024
The American College of Radiology® (ACR®) released a detailed summary of the radiology-relevant topics included in the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) March Report to Congress. In its report, MedPAC outlines recommendations and provides updates on national trends in spending, assessments of payment adequacy, and the Medicare Advantage (MA) program.
MedPAC is a non-partisan, independent legislative branch commission created to advise Congress about Medicare-related issues.
For more information or if you have questions, contact Christina Berry, ACR Team Lead, Economic Policy, or Kimberly Greck, ACR Senior Economic Policy Analyst.
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