August 26, 2023

Advocacy Engagement with Congresswoman Virginia Foxx

During Congress’ recent recess, NCMS members have been meeting with North Carolina’s members of Congress.

NCMS Vide President of External Affairs Alan Skipper, Dr. Jeffrey Keverline of Lenoir, and Dr. Brad Christoph of Hudson travelled to Boone for a meeting with th Congresswoman Virginia Foxx. They shared key messages on legislation under consideration in Washington.

Issues discussed included:

  • The urgency of Medicare Physician Payment Reform
  • Step Therapy’s impact on patient care and outcomes
  • How Prior Authorization is delaying care and driving up healthcare cost.
(Front) – Jeffrey Keverline, MD; Rep. Virginia Foxx; Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (PA); (Rear) – Alan Skipper, CAE; Bradley Christoph, DO

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