We remain uncertain how economies of scale (meaning a general principle that cost per unit of production decreases as the scale of production increases) should or should not factor into future adjustments to our methodology
It can also produce serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and others with weakened immune systems
(3) using a uniform benefit category across products within the physician office setting, regardless of whether the product is synthetic or comprised of human or animal-based material, to incorporate more consistent payment methodologies
Eastern North American tribes have historically carried tobacco in pouches as a readily accepted trade item, as well as smoking it in pipe ceremonies, whether for sacred ceremonies or those to seal a treaty or agreement
Disease- or condition-specific CMS Innovation Center models are designed to support condition management, coordination, and services for patients that have a specific disease or condition that often requires coordination of care across specialties and settings