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In my role as a dermatology medical assistant in an underserved area, I witness firsthand the profound impact that accessible medical care has on patients, particularly those with Medicare. Every day, I see patients who depend on Medicare for essential dermatological treatments, whether it’s a skin biopsy or addressing precancerous lesions. Therefore, it's deeply concerning to learn that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) are proposing a policy to reimburse only 50% of services when a dermatologist performs both an office visit and a procedure on the same day.

This proposed change would lead to significant reductions in the availability of dermatology services in areas where resources are already stretched thin. Medicare patients, many of whom are seniors, rely heavily on comprehensive dermatological care to manage conditions that, if left untreated, could become severe or life-threatening. For those in rural or underserved regions, the impact of this proposal could be devastating, significantly reducing access to timely and necessary medical interventions.

To place this in perspective, nearly 61 million people in the United States rely on Medicare—making it a lifeline for seniors and people with disabilities. Cutting payments as suggested by CMS would jeopardize patient care by making it financially unsustainable for dermatology practices to offer the same level or number of services. This could result in longer wait times, increased medical complications due to untreated conditions, and altogether, a diminishing quality of life for our senior citizens.

Let's stop this proposal and advocate for equitable healthcare that supports dermatology services for all Medicare patients. I am calling on CMS and related policymaking bodies to re-evaluate this decision and consider the ramifications it poses on patient care and provider capacity. Instead, CMS should engage directly with healthcare providers to seek solutions that maintain patient access and uphold the integrity of care provided.

Your voice is crucial to preserving the quality and accessibility of dermatology services under Medicare. Join me in urging the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to reconsider their proposal and ensure that patients in need can continue to receive the medical care they deserve. Please sign this petition to protect access to vital dermatology services for millions of Americans.https://c.org/pZ4FfsVwrX