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“Removing the uncertainty caused by the sustainable growth rate formula is a positive step for physicians and their patients. Eliminating this flawed system rather than providing last-minute fixes year after year will allow physicians to focus on providing quality patient care,” said American College of Cardiology President John G. Harold, MD, MACC. “The legislation approved in the Senate Finance and House Ways and Means committees includes measures that emphasize quality and the use of evidence-based care, which will be a positive step for patient care. The ACC has long supported a payment system that rewards quality care.”

The mission of the American College of Cardiology is to transform cardiovascular care and improve heart health. The College is a 43,000-member medical society comprised of physicians, surgeons, nurses, physician assistants, pharmacists and practice managers. The College is a leader in the formulation of health policy, standards and guidelines. The ACC provides professional education, operates national registries to measure and improve quality of care, disseminates cardiovascular research, and bestows credentials upon cardiovascular specialists who meet stringent qualifications. For more information, visit cardiosource.org/ACC.sed care, which will be a positive step for patient care. The ACC has long supported a payment system that rewards quality care.”

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