Site neutrality is a defined policy in which Medicare Part B would pay hospital outpatient departments (HOPDs) and physician-based practices the same amount if they provided the same service. While intended to offer patients more transparency and “cut costs” for Medicare, this policy disregards the differences between HOPDs and physician-based practices. This difference is even more pronounced in cancer care, and its potential impact is more severe.

F&A (Facilities & Administrative) costs—also known as indirect costs—support critical research infrastructure, including utilities, maintenance, lab equipment, compliance, and security.