Ambulatory Surgery Centers: CMS Proposed Rule Omits Electrophysiology Procedures from ASC Covered List

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released a proposed rule that did not include electrophysiology (EP) procedures in the list of covered surgical procedures for Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs). This omission has raised concerns within the cardiology community, as it could impact patient access to crucial cardiac care services.

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