CMS Proposal To End Bariatric Surgery Facility Certification Requirements Will Harm Patients, Stakeholders Argue
This article was originally published in The Gray Sheet
Executive Summary
Opposition to CMS’ June proposal runs strong among 487 public comments submitted to the agency, though a few supporters say the proposal will improve access for disadvantaged groups.
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