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American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Coverage of American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Nexus archive.
- Opinion: New billing codes likely to raise maternity care costs
The American Medical Association (AMA), following the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology's recommendation, will replace global payment codes for deliveries with fee-for-service billing starting this year. This change is expected to increase maternity care costs without ensuring improved health outcomes for mothers or babies.