CMS: Doc Participation In Cancer Care Model Nearly Double Expectations

CMS on Wednesday (June 29) announced that nearly twice the expected number of physician practices joined the Oncology Care Model -- though an Avalere analysis notes none will participate in 19 states. A lobbyist for community oncologists praised the agency's open and transparent process for setting up the demonstration, which he said stood in contrast to how the administration has handled the controversial Part B drug payment demo. “CMS is thrilled with how many physician groups chose to be a...