What are the potential "PAYGO" sequestration cuts & what do they mean for Medicare?

In this episode of Zotec Answers, Ed Gaines, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Industry Liaison for Zotec Partners, breaks down a frequently mentioned, but often misunderstood, term in Washington, D.C.: "PAYGO" sequestration cuts. In this quick, crash-course style discussion, Ed explains what these cuts are, how they work, and what they mean for healthcare.

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Take Action Today! On the go? Simply text ZPFIX to 50457 to take action. If you haven't yet listened to the previous episode of Zotec Answers, where Ed Gaines spoke with Dr. Jennifer Raley, you can listen to it here. Interested in learning more about the Budget Reconciliation process? Check out this helpful graphic.References & Resources: Emergency Medicine Policy InstituteRAND Health CareRAND Report

Take action today! On the go? Simply text ZPFIX to 50457 to take action.Interested in learning more about the Budget Reconciliation process? Check out this helpful graphic.