Resource-Based Relative Value Scale Overview

This research article provides a comprehensive overview of the Resource-Based Relative Value Scale (RBRVS), the payment system used by CMS for physician services. It details the components of RBRVS, including physician work, practice expenses, and professional liability insurance. The article also discusses the historical context, annual updates, and the role of the AMA/Specialty Society RVS Update Committee (RUC) in influencing payment structures. Key insights into geographic adjustments and an