The Radiology Business Management Association (RBMA) today launched its2025 Advocacy Agenda, which serves as a strategic framework to address the most pressing challenges in radiology, including fair reimbursement, workforce shortages, and the impact of evolving healthcare policies. The agenda outlines key priorities to sustain and advance the radiology profession, with a focus on high-quality patient care.
Highlights of the agenda include:
— Reforming Medicare Reimbursement: Decades of compounding cuts in the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) have created unsustainable pressure on radiology practices, jeopardizing patient care.
— Addressing Workforce Shortages:Legislative solutions to bolster radiology workforce capacity, including expanded residency slots and ongoing training.
— Educating Policymakers:Highlighting radiology's critical role in preventative care and positive patient outcomes.
— Securing Permanent Virtual Supervision:Advocating for the permanent adoption of virtual direct supervision in radiology procedures.
— Refining the No Surprises Act:Addressing implementation issues to ensure fair reimbursement and reduced administrative burden.
“The radiology field is at a crossroads, and our 2025 Advocacy Agenda reflects the urgent need for action,”saidLinda Wilgus, Co-Executive Director of RBMA.”Without reform, the ripple effects of Medicare cuts and workforce shortages will compromise timely, accurate diagnoses that patients rely on. Congress must act now to protect access to critical imaging services.”
“As we look ahead to 2025, the challenges facing radiology are significant but not insurmountable,”said Pete Moffatt, President of RBMA. “Our industry is at a pivotal moment, and it is vital that we work together to champion fair policies and practical solutions that result in high-quality care patients rely on every day.”
The agenda also emphasizes promoting health equity and addressing barriers to care. Recentpolling datafrom the Radiology Patient Action Network (RPAN) revealed that76% of Americans oppose Medicare cuts to imaging services, underscoring the public's demand for investments in diagnostic imaging.
“Proposed Medicare cuts would devastate the healthcare system, delaying care and compromising patient outcomes,”saidKitCrancer, RBMA Immediate Past President, 2023-2024.”Congress must prioritize patient needs over budget constraints. The data is clear-Americans expect investments in healthcare services that save lives, not cuts that put them at risk.”
The 2025 Advocacy Agenda also highlights RBMA's commitment to collaboration with industry leaders such as the American College of Radiology (ACR) and grassroots efforts through RPAN, which has mobilized nearly 10,000 individuals to advocate for physician payment reform.
For a detailed breakdown of RBMA's 2025 Advocacy Agenda, clickHERE.
AboutRBMAThe Radiology Business Management Association (RBMA) is an industry-leading organizationcomprised of more than 2,100 professionals focused on the business of radiology. The association supports diagnostic imaging, interventional radiology, and radiation oncology providers across various practice settings. RBMA provides valuable information, education, and practice-related resources.
About RPANThe Radiology Patient Action Network (RPAN) is a coalition of radiology groups committed to advocating for better patient care and robust funding for radiology services. RPAN amplifies the voices of imaging patients and physicians, addressing legislative and regulatory challenges to ensure quality healthcare access for all.
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