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Reminder: PAMA reporting opens May 1

The next Protecting Access to Medicare Act (PAMA) reporting opens May 1 reporting period begins May 1. Now is the time to review updated resources and confirm that you’re ready.

The impact: This reporting cycle directly affects Medicare payment rates for clinical laboratory tests. Incomplete or inaccurate reporting can lead to downstream payment disruptions. 

Next steps:

  • Review updated PAMA reporting guidance and resources.
  • Confirm reporting requirements for your laboratory or practice.
  • Prepare your data ahead of the May 1 start date.

Go deeper: Review PAMA reporting requirements and resources.

What's next: At the HOD/PLS meeting, a session on April 27 will cover PAMA implementation challenges and long-term solutions for laboratory payment.

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