Search results for "Medicare"
United and Aetna to continue paying consultation codes
The February issue of ACP Internist is online and coming to your mailbox
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/02/02/7.htm
2 Feb 2010
Higher copayments lead to more hospitalizations
Nipro syringes and needle sets recalledSibutramine contraindicated in patients with CVD
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/02/02/6.htm
2 Feb 2010
Medicare could stay solvent if stakeholders act soon
Congress faces unpopular options as they consider how to stay solvent through this decade and the next.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/03/washington.htm
1 Mar 2010
Prepare for this year's significant changes to PQRI reporting
Now in its fourth year, the Medicare Physician Quality Reporting Initiative continues to adjust its parameters. ACP's Running a Practice section offers resources to stay atop the ebb and flow.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/03/practice.htm
1 Mar 2010
Getting a handle on HIPAA and HITECH
Just as practice staff adjusted to HIPAA regulations, along comes a new set of rules addressing privacy and security. More rules, more enforcement##mdash;and more penalties. Learn how to avoid mistakes.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/03/tips.htm
1 Mar 2010
Medicare payment cut goes into effect
Congress has failed to pass legislation to halt a 21% cut in Medicare payment rates to physicians, allowing the cut to go into effect on March 1.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/03/02/10.htm
2 Mar 2010
New surveillance system aims to improve safe use of medicines and vaccines in pregnancy
Medicare payment cut goes into effect
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/03/02/7.htm
2 Mar 2010
Guidance offered on consultation codes
Annual business meeting scheduled for Internal Medicine 2010New ACP Perks program gives discounts for members
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/03/09/9.htm
9 Mar 2010
PECOS enrollment requirement delayed
Put words in our mouth
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/03/09/10.htm
9 Mar 2010
Effects of large ESA and iron doses vary with hematocrit level
Guidance offered on consultation codesPECOS enrollment requirement delayed
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/03/09/7.htm
9 Mar 2010