Source: American Academy of Family Physicians

Congress has failed to pass a full slate of appropriations bills before the September 30 end of fiscal year 2025, resulting in a shutdown of the federal government. Lapsed funding for Health and Human Services (HHS) means potential disruption to healthcare programs and procedures affecting family physicians.

New guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) says clinicians may continue to submit claims, but the agency notes that it has suspended payment for telehealth and other expired programs.

The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) is in touch with CMS and will keep members updated. Please visit this webpage for the most up-to-date information.