Specialists also believe that private insurers will follow Medicare's example and reduce their own reimbursement rates.

A large coalition, including several cardiology groups, is asking Congress to pass legislation that would help protect healthcare providers from the final rule's "arbitrary" Medicare cuts. 

In addition, 49% of U.S. adults said the fear of unexpected bills keeps them from seeking care. 

CMS has been considering such changes for years, hoping to reduce paperwork and encourage collaboration. 

Cheryl Pegus, MD, is a veteran cardiologist with prior experience at such companies as Aetna, Pfizer and Cambia Health Solutions.

The settlement comes at the end of a lengthy legal battle that made national headlines.

The updated approach relies solely on CT imaging data and does not require a catheter. 

The alleged wrongdoings, reported by a whistleblower, occurred from April 2014 to March 2020.

The Heart Rhythm Society also contributed to the guidance.