FCOM 2025: Academy Update – 3P

This session will provide an update on physician payment policy with a focus on issues directly impacting otolaryngologists. The presentation will review recent CMS rulemaking, reimbursement trends, and legislative developments shaping physician practice. Practical insights will be offered on how ENT practices can respond to these changes and how members can engage effectively in advocacy to protect patient access and specialty viability. At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: 1. Summarize the current state of Medicare physician payment policy and its implications for otolaryngology. 2. Evaluate recent and proposed federal legislative/regulatory changes affecting reimbursement and practice management. 3. Apply practical strategies for advocacy and practice adaptation to navigate evolving payment policy landscapes.