Orthopaedic surgery is set to face reductions in Medicare reimbursement and changes to the process for resolving surprise medical bills beginning Jan. 1, 2022. AAOS President Daniel K. Guy, MD, FAAOS, and AAOS Advocacy Council Chair Douglas W. Lundy, MD, MBA, FAAOS, explain these healthcare policy changes, how they will impact patient access to musculoskeletal care, what the AAOS has been doing to preserve the value of surgical services, and how members can support these efforts into the next year.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the sources of the Medicare payment reductions
• Learn about the new regulations intended to implement the “No Surprises Act”
• Know AAOS’ position and history of advocacy on both issues
• Explore opportunities to help fight the cuts, ensure a fair arbitration process