Optimizing financing and payment for child health services is essential. We provide resources to help with the financial aspects of pediatric care delivery. The right tools can support thriving practice, from small private practices to large health systems. These resources provide guidance on coding, valuation, compliance and payer contracting. Our advocacy strategies aim to ensure all children to have access to coverage and evidence-based care, adequate payment for services and alleviation of barriers and administrative burdens in healthcare.
Recent Updates
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We've been hard at work advancing policies, launching new resources and addressing key financial challenges in pediatric healthcare. Explore our updates to learn more about our ongoing efforts to support practices and improve pediatric healthcare finance.
Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Summary
On November 1, 2024, CMS published the final rule for the 2025 MPFS. Based on our analysis of the final rule, most of the proposals the AAP supported were finalized. In an effort to acknowledge the input provided by many, click here for the summary of the 2025 MPFS final rule.
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|January 15, 2025
Telehealth Payer Letter
A letter was submitted to payers to address the new Teleheath CPT codes that took effect on January 1, 2025.
AAP
|January 15, 2025
Influenza Payer Letter
National payers were notified about the adaption and application of new CPT codes for influenzas for the 2024-2025 season.
AAP
|January 15, 2025
Policy Updates
Stay up to date with AAP Coding, Finance, and Payment Policy Updates shaping pediatric healthcare finance and payment. Access our comprehensive list of resources including guidelines, policy updates and research reports to support your practice in navigating the complexities of financing, payment, billing and coding.