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ASGE lends voice to patients and gastroenterologists in influencing regulation, legislation, and insurance and professional requirements, specifically in the field of endoscopy. ASGE is at the forefront in amplifying the GI voice to bring about real improvement in the delivery of healthcare in America.

Latest ASGE Advocacy and Policy News

  • CMS Launches New Value-Based Payment Model

    January 8, 2026

    CMS launched the MAHA ELEVATE Model, a new Medicare value-based payment model supporting evidence-based whole-person care, including lifestyle and functional medicine. Up to 30 awards will fund data collection on these interventions starting in 2026.

  • Administration Announces Rural Health Awards

    January 8, 2026

    All 50 states will receive a share of $50B in rural health funding over five years under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Funds are split evenly and by rural need, and CMS created a new Office of Rural Health Transformation to oversee the program.

  • Applications Open for New Chronic Care Payment Model

    January 8, 2026

    CMS is seeking applicants for the voluntary ACCESS Model, testing technology-supported care for chronic conditions. The model emphasizes outcome-based improvement and provides recurring payments tied to measurable health results.

  • CMS Launches Model to Expand Access to GLP-1 Medications

    January 8, 2026

    CMS announced the voluntary BALANCE Model to expand coverage of GLP-1 drugs for weight management, pairing medications with free lifestyle support. Coverage depends on participation, with Medicaid launching in 2026 and Medicare Part D in 2027.

  • CDC Adopts ACIP Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommendations

    January 8, 2026

    CDC will delay the first hepatitis B vaccine to 2 months for infants born to HBV-negative mothers, while keeping the birth dose for infants of positive or unknown status. The change follows ACIP guidance, and parents may still choose earlier vaccination.