title: The use and misuse of relative value scales under Medicare.
abstract: Phoenix-like, the concept of using a relative value scale as a primary mechanism for Medicare reimbursement has risen from the ashes of past rejection. Medicare has already initiated a modified RVS program for anesthesia services; RVS programs for radiology and pathology services may be established within the year. In this article, the author predicts that a modified "resource based" RVS will be adopted for all Medicare physician services over the next several years.
mesh_terms: D000776:Anesthesiology / Q000191:economics; D004470:Economics, Medical; D005245:Fee Schedules; D007357:Insurance, Physician Services / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D006278:Medicare / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D012051:Reimbursement Mechanisms; D013038:Specialization; D014481:United States