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DEA and HHS Extend Telemedicine Flexibilities through 2025

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has finalized a one-year extension of telehealth prescribing flexibilities for controlled substances, extending the policy through December 31, 2025. This extension allows healthcare providers to continue prescribing Schedule II-V controlled substances via telehealth without requiring an in-person visit. The decision was made in response to the ongoing need for accessible…

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Department of Labor – Overtime Rules – Jan 2025

New Overtime Rules for 2025 Overview Starting January 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor will implement new overtime rules to ensure fair compensation for employees working more than 40 hours per week. These rules significantly change salary thresholds and expand overtime protections. Key Points Increased Salary Threshold New Threshold: Salaried workers earning less than…

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CMS is Moving Forward with 2.9% Cut

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has finalized a 2.9% cut to physician payments for 2025. Here are the key points: Payment Reduction: The cut is part of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule rule for 2025, resulting in a conversion factor of $32.35, down from $33.29 in 2024. Reasons for the Cut: The…

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