A registered nurse expresses strong opposition to the proposed CMS changes, arguing that the administration lacks understanding of healthcare complexities. The commenter specifically criticizes plans regarding AI-administered care, Medicaid requirements for disabled patients, and prescription benefits for seniors.

Anna Bazil, a registered nurse, supports the proposed rule but urges CMS to ensure AI safety and protect nurse staffing levels. She advocates for the creation of specific codes to recognize and reimburse nursing work that prevents patient harm, which is currently bundled into other billing categories.

The commenter opposes the proposed CMAA billing codes because they believe the codes would allow hospitals to bill for AI-performed clinical work without human oversight. They argue that this creates a financial incentive to prioritize algorithms over human clinicians and could lead to medical errors.

A Registered Nurse with 40 years of experience supports CMS's efforts to reform CPT code valuation and reduce the AMA's influence. The commenter advocates for an independent, multidisciplinary body to value codes and expresses concern over the safety and validity of AI-supported care codes.

A nurse practitioner opposes the proposal to allow hospitals to bill for AI-assisted services, arguing it will lead to unnecessary use of technology, legal complications, and increased healthcare inequity. The commenter emphasizes that healthcare is a human practice and expresses concern over the costs and data safety implications for patients.

The commenter opposes the creation of a specific billing code for AI in hospitals, arguing that it would lead to the replacement of human medical staff with technology. They express concern that AI lacks the nuanced judgment of human providers and that prioritizing cost-saving over human care will negatively impact patient outcomes.

The commenter opposes the implementation of WISeR tests and the use of AI in medical decision-making. They argue for patient choice in doctors, the preservation of non-HMO Medicare plans, and a fee-for-service payment model.