The City of Philadelphia has just released a Health Advisory regarding an update to CDC’s Hepatitis C screening recommendations. It is available from https://hip.phila.gov. If you have any questions or problems, please contact…
As the new school year begins, PennDOT reminds drivers to remain vigilant as students and school buses return to the roadways. “Our ultimate goal is to make sure everyone safely…
CMS MEDICARE AND MEDICAID EHR INCENTIVE PROGRAMS: STAGE 2 FINAL RULE On August 23, 2012, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a final rule to govern Stage…
National Provider Call: Medicare Shared Savings Program and Advance Payment Model Application Process — Register Now Tuesday, July 31; 1:30-3pm ET On October 20, 2011, CMS issued a final rule…
ECFMG is pleased to announce the launch of the ECFMG Certificate Holders Office (ECHO), a new program that provides support and service to ECFMG-certified physicians, and physicians about to be…
The e-News for Monday, July 2, 2012 National Provider Calls Medicare Shared Savings Program and Advance Payment Model Application Process — Register Now Hospital Value-Based Purchasing — Register Now Other…
Due to scheduled web maintenance, eligible professionals will be unable to access the Communication Support Page to submit requests for significant hardship exemptions to the 2013 Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive…
Now that this phase of the healthcare debate is over, I hope all elected officials will get together to adopt a practical means of implementing this plan so that patients,…
AMA Adopts New Public Health Policies at Annual Meeting The AMA adopted the following new policies. Adverse Heath Effects of Nighttime Lighting: The AMA today adopted policy recognizing that exposure…
1. Physicians discuss delivery reform at White House’s town-hall meeting AMA physician leaders took part in a national discussion about opportunities and barriers for delivery system innovation during a June…
CMS asks that you share the following important information with all of your association members and state and local chapters. Thank you! Robin Fritter, Director Division of Provider…
Dr. Lefton Dr. Lefton was installed as the 151st President of The Philadelphia County Medical Society on Saturday, June 9, 2012 at the Rittenhouse Hotel in Philadelphia, PA. The Philadelphia…
