The complexities of the Stark Law governing physician referrals and payments have long created challenges for health care providers.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services included in its 2016 Physician Fee Schedule Rule several clarifications of Stark Law policies as well as amendments to existing regulations. One of the more welcome changes was CMS’s clarification of “writing” requirements giving hospitals more flexibility in documenting exempt physician compensation arrangements.

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