Furthermore, due to the absence of expertise in individual reporting, the extent of the correlation between the reported AEs and the product remains inconclusive
Some patients abandon therapy after reaching their target weight, while others are forced to pause or switch treatments due to supply shortages
Batch cooking proteins, pre-cutting vegetables, and portioning snacks can significantly reduce daily decision-making and preparation burden
Response: We point these commenters to the discussion in the CY 2024 OPPS/ASC final rule with comment period (88 FR 82079) where we acknowledged and agreed with commenters that, although critical for determining an individual's out-of-pocket obligation, hospital standard charges do not represent either an individual's out-of-pocket obligation or a real, guaranteed price. However, as we noted in the CY 2024 OPPS/ASC final rule with comment period, individualized estimates in dollars may be obtained directly, in many circumstances, from providers and payers through other Federal price transparency efforts such as those implementing the NSA and TiC requirements
