WASHINGTON — Device makers concerned about the effect of healthcare reform on coverage and reimbursement for their devices have closely eyed the goings-on at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, but Jonathan Blum, CMS's deputy administrator, tried to reassure attendees that the agency is taking a longer-term view of the cost dilemma. Responding to a question from the audience, Blum said CMS's view is that the cost question is "more about the total cost of care" rather than "cost per click." Read More
