MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'American Medical News - GOVERNMENT' source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:07:06 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5666484&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F02%2F06%2Fgvsc0206.htm The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute expects the public to help shape its mission to determine the most effective medical care. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5666484 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5666484 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5666483&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F02%2F06%2Fgvsb0206.htm Switching to new diagnosis codes would create a significant administrative burden to physician practices at a very inopportune time, the Association says. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5666483 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5666483 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5666482&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F02%2F06%2Fgvsa0206.htm The Medicare physician quality reporting system will use participation in 2013 to determine who will be penalized starting in 2015. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5666482 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5666482 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5666481&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F02%2F06%2Fgvl10206.htm The budgetary shift from winding down military actions in Afghanistan and Iraq could offset the large price tag associated with eliminating the SGR. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5666481 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5666481 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5659228&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F30%2Fgvse0203.htm The proposal won't cut physician pay but will set quality goals and establish medical homes. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5659228 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:07:47 +0100 5659228 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5646713&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F30%2Fgvsc0130.htm The concept would use loan repayment, tax credits and other financial incentives to place more primary care clinicians in areas with significant health disparities. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5646713 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5646713 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5646712&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F30%2Fgvsb0130.htm The national health system reform law will require states to broaden coverage to people who earn up to 133% of the federal poverty level. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5646712 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5646712 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5646711&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F30%2Fgvsa0130.htm A report details the lessons learned from Medicare demonstration projects that tried to reduce costs and improve quality of care. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5646711 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5646711 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5637849&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F23%2Fgvse0127.htm Twenty-nine states lowered cost-sharing, increased eligibility or improved enrollment systems in 2011, according to a survey. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5637849 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:08:21 +0100 5637849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619539&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F23%2Fgvsc0123.htm In 2009, the state cut immigrants out of an aid program to save money, but the state high court calls the move discriminatory. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619539 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:45:21 +0100 5619539 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619538&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F23%2Fgvsb0123.htm However, sicker enrollees and those eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid have posed more challenges for the program. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619538 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:45:21 +0100 5619538 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619537&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F23%2Fgvsa0123.htm Increasing the Medicare eligibility age would prompt more Americans to delay retirement, but it also would lead to higher out-of-pocket costs for enrollees. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619537 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:45:21 +0100 5619537 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619536&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F23%2Fgvl10123.htm Consumers restrained their health spending in part because of declining private coverage and greater consumer awareness of health care costs. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619536 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:45:21 +0100 5619536 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5607734&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F16%2Fgvsd0119.htm The Obama administration is encouraging schools to address the hundreds of thousands of new veterans with mental health problems and traumatic brain injury. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5607734 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:02:17 +0100 5607734 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5596726&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F16%2Fgvsc0116.htm Four have signed requests for the federal government to change the classification to a schedule II drug. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5596726 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5596726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5596725&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F16%2Fgvsb0116.htm Those chosen as CMS innovation advisers are expected to quicken the pace of system reforms for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5596725 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5596725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5596724&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F16%2Fgvsa0116.htm A Florida contractor selected cardiology and orthopedic procedures for prepayment reviews after many mistakes were made on claims. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5596724 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5596724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5580643&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F09%2Fgvsd0112.htm A CMS interim final rule says administrative costs will be lowered significantly by standardizing electronic fund transfers, a uniform arrangement developed as part of reform. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5580643 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:57:26 +0100 5580643 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5580646&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F09%2Fgvsc0109.htm MedPAC's chair calls the trend "worrisome" and says it's another argument for repealing the SGR formula, which is keeping some physicians from accepting new patients. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5580646 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5580646 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5580645&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F09%2Fgvsb0109.htm House-passed legislation would add them to the list of controlled substances that have no medical use. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5580645 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5580645 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5580644&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F09%2Fgvsa0109.htm Gov. Nikki Haley's email influence flap sheds light on the struggle of states that don't want to implement reform themselves but don't want federal intervention. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5580644 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5580644 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5571764&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F02%2Fgvse0106.htm The agency overseeing the program paid medical equipment companies $2.8 million in claims in 2008 and 2009 before revoking their billing privileges. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5571764 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 13:00:39 +0100 5571764 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5571763&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F02%2Fgvsd0106.htm The governor's proposal to reduce eligibility by 75,000 people requires federal approval. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5571763 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 13:00:39 +0100 5571763 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5559242&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F02%2Fgvsc0102.htm But HHS denied a family planning program renewal plan because it would have excluded organizations that provide abortions. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5559242 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5559242 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5559241&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F02%2Fgvsb0102.htm A 2005 state law requires physicians to inform women seeking abortions that they have a higher risk for suicide if they undergo the procedure. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5559241 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5559241 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5559240&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2012%2F01%2F02%2Fgvsa0102.htm About 20 million people are expected to remain uninsured even after the major coverage expansions of the law kick in. Who will these people be? (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5559240 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100 5559240 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5551818&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F26%2Fgvsf1229.htm About 80 physician and hospital networks applied to be the first participants in the shared-risk payment model, which could save Medicare $1.1 billion. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5551818 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 13:11:37 +0100 5551818 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5551817&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F26%2Fgvse1229.htm The program is designed to provide competition with for-profit plans in health insurance exchanges, but funding cuts may limit its reach. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5551817 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 13:11:37 +0100 5551817 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5543955&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F26%2Fgvsd1227.htm A showdown over a payroll tax cut extension nearly caused the reduction to take effect Jan. 1, prompting CMS to prepare a claims processing hold. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5543955 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 21:43:38 +0100 5543955 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5543956&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F26%2Fgvsd1227.htm House and Senate leaders reached an impasse over bills containing a temporary Medicare pay patch, with just days left until the Jan. 1 deadline. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5543956 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 13:13:23 +0100 5543956 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5543959&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F26%2Fgvsc1226.htm But more federal money is slated to bolster school-based facilities. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5543959 Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5543959 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5543958&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F26%2Fgvsb1226.htm Many other federal health items received modest reductions under a funding measure approved by Congress and the White House. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5543958 Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5543958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5543957&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F26%2Fgvsa1226.htm Drug companies and medical equipment manufacturers would be required to detail their financial relationships with physicians starting in 2013. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5543957 Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5543957 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537288&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F19%2Fgvsf1222.htm The federal proposal would permit state variations in the benefits covered by health insurance exchange plans under the reform law. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537288 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:06:28 +0100 5537288 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537287&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F19%2Fgvse1222.htm Federal officials write a memo instructing Part D payers to end the "pay-and-chase" model for fighting improper drug claims. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537287 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:06:28 +0100 5537287 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5523782&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F19%2Fgvsd1220.htm House and Senate leaders reached an impasse over bills containing a temporary Medicare pay patch, with just days left until the Jan. 1 deadline. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5523782 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 18:51:21 +0100 5523782 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5514929&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fgvsg1216.htm The grants will fund projects to help a new federal institute judge the effectiveness of medical treatments, devices and drugs. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5514929 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:05:42 +0100 5514929 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5504165&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fgvsf1215.htm Among them are new payment models, ACO initiatives, mentorship programs and plans to turn health centers into medical homes. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5504165 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:59:56 +0100 5504165 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5504166&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fgvse1214.htm Senate Democratic objections to other items in the bill and a White House veto threat mean the House package cannot become law. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5504166 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:37:46 +0100 5504166 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5494390&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fgvsd1212.htm The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services says it is implementing new safeguards to strengthen an already stringent system. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5494390 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5494390 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5494389&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fgvsc1212.htm CMS recently approved a 10% pay reduction the state passed for all health professionals. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5494389 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5494389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5494388&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fgvsb1212.htm The decision means insurers will be required to spend more premium dollars on actual medical care. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5494388 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5494388 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5494387&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fgvsa1212.htm Government officials point fingers at drugmakers, but some market observers say federal price controls may be a big factor. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5494387 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5494387 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5494386&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F12%2Fgvl11212.htm Physicians who didn't wait until 2012 to get their first meaningful use bonus will have an extra year to meet more rigorous reporting thresholds. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5494386 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5494386 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5486195&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fgvsf1209.htm Competitive bids for medical supplies are expected to save patients and the agency $28 billion. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5486195 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 13:12:44 +0100 5486195 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5486196&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fgvse1208.htm However, Arkansas is the latest to decide against creating an insurance marketplace, so residents will enroll through a national exchange. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5486196 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 13:15:05 +0100 5486196 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5475961&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fgvsd1205.htm The remediation initiative will offer a doctor relief if personal and professional information are used to defraud Medicare or Medicaid. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5475961 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5475961 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5475960&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fgvsc1205.htm Patients without insurance might be leaving too early, or other patients might be staying too long, a family medicine study suggests. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5475960 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5475960 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5475959&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fgvsb1205.htm Despite the rebuke, Everence doesn't plan to reconsider its 11.6% increase for small-group plans in Pennsylvania. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5475959 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5475959 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5475958&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fgvsa1205.htm State officials plan to conduct a new rulemaking process with public comment in an attempt to implement the limit again in 2012. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5475958 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5475958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5475957&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F12%2F05%2Fgvl11205.htm The failure of the congressional debt panel leaves the 2012 SGR cut unresolved and threatens physicians with additional pay reductions starting in 2013. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5475957 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5475957 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5468249&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F28%2Fgvse1202.htm The new coverage limits for dual eligibles are expected to affect rural physicians and patients disproportionately. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5468249 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:57:08 +0100 5468249 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5468250&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F28%2Fgvsd1201.htm A 2011 report to Congress highlights HHS Office of Inspector General work that has led to 184 convictions. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5468250 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 13:06:46 +0100 5468250 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5440151&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fgvsg1123.htm Deputy Administrator Marilyn Tavenner's nomination for the top post will require Senate confirmation, a process that Obama bypassed for Dr. Berwick. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5440151 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:07:44 +0100 5440151 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5440152&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fgvsf1123.htm The program adds the intensive therapy service to its list of preventive care that carries no additional out-of-pocket costs. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5440152 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:20:04 +0100 5440152 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5440153&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fgvse1123.htm But at least two say a report's figures inflate the cuts to such services. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5440153 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:02:28 +0100 5440153 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5431111&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fgvsd1121.htm Deficit panel inaction will trigger a $1.2 trillion federal spending reduction that could cut Medicare pay even more starting in 2013. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5431111 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 22:10:58 +0100 5431111 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5431114&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fgvsc1121.htm The GOP presidential candidate also would support reducing federal spending by increasing the eligibility age for the program to 67 and capping Medicaid spending. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5431114 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5431114 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5431113&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fgvsb1121.htm An earlier settlement between California and Quest Diagnostics involved questions about insurers sending tests to certain laboratories in exchange for discounts. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5431113 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5431113 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5431112&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fgvsa1121.htm Voters rejected a constitutional change that would have provided legal rights to all fertilized eggs. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5431112 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5431112 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5421304&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fgvsh1118.htm Amid Republican calls to dismantle the fund, an Obama administration official defends it as a "major transformative event" for the country. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5421304 Fri, 18 Nov 2011 13:19:04 +0100 5421304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5421305&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fgvsg1117.htm The IRS regulation, scheduled to take effect in 2013, would have held back a portion of some Medicare payments to physicians. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5421305 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 18:19:07 +0100 5421305 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5421306&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fgvsf1117.htm KanCare would consolidate state agencies and track the performances of managed care organizations while protecting physician fees. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5421306 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:03:18 +0100 5421306 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406715&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fgvse1114.htm The move means a decision will come before the 2012 presidential election. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406715 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 15:24:46 +0100 5406715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406720&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fgvsd1114.htm The AMA advocated for changes to the process of re-enrolling 1.4 million health professionals. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406720 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5406720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406719&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fgvsc1114.htm The law is similar to one in Texas that also has been temporarily blocked. Opponents say the measures imperil the doctor-patient relationship. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406719 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5406719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406718&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fgvsb1114.htm HHS should allow families easier access to coverage subsidies and require insurers to provide real-time patient benefit data, doctor organizations said. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406718 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5406718 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406717&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fgvsa1114.htm He also supports a bill requiring drugmakers to notify the FDA six months before any interruptions in manufacturing. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406717 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5406717 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5406716&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fgvl11114.htm CMS says its hands are tied on the pay formula but agrees to scale back additional pay reductions planned for interpreting imaging scans. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5406716 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5406716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5399857&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fgvsf1111.htm One more House vote is required to overturn the measure that would withhold 3% of some Medicare physician pay as an advance on tax liabilities. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5399857 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:18:29 +0100 5399857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5399858&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fgvse1111.htm Limiting out-of-pocket spending would reduce risk exposure for beneficiaries, while higher deductibles would discourage low-value services. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5399858 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:59:36 +0100 5399858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5399859&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fgvsd1110.htm Community health centers have pledged to hire at least 8,000 veterans for a variety of jobs. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5399859 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 14:34:14 +0100 5399859 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382968&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fgvsc1107.htm Some patients are left with big bills from skilled nursing facilities after hospital stays under observation status. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382968 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5382968 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382967&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fgvsb1107.htm Disputes over payment rates also rage on in California and West Virginia. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382967 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5382967 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382966&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fgvsa1107.htm The American Medical Association supports repealing the tax provision. Senators disagree over how to offset the revenue loss. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382966 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5382966 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5382965&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fgvl11107.htm Forty-six states reduced Medicaid pay for fiscal 2012 so far, with physicians affected in 14 of them. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5382965 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5382965 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5358634&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F24%2Fgvsf1028.htm The agency seeks to take back payments for dental, podiatry and chiropractic care provided during a court injunction blocking state benefit cuts. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5358634 Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:54:36 +0100 5358634 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5358635&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F24%2Fgvse1027.htm The proposal is part of the Obama administration's strategy to reduce regulatory burdens on doctors and hospitals. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5358635 Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:06:31 +0100 5358635 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5346631&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F24%2Fgvsd1024.htm The American Academy of Pediatrics supports the Obama administration's original proposal calling for healthier food to be pitched to youths age 2 to 17. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5346631 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5346631 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5346630&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F24%2Fgvsc1024.htm Congressional committees had until Oct. 14 to submit suggestions, which included drug rebates and Medicaid block grants, to reduce the nation's deficit. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5346630 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5346630 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5346629&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F24%2Fgvsb1024.htm Think tank leaders urge senators to find an alternative to the Medicare payment formula so other changes will follow. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5346629 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5346629 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5346628&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F24%2Fgvsa1024.htm The GAO urges more controls to prevent fraud, including restrictions on those who seek prescriptions for controlled substances from multiple doctors. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5346628 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5346628 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5334783&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fgvsg1021.htm More than 10,000 doctors, nurses and physician assistants are working in underserved areas, but demand and interest still outstrip funding. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5334783 Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:59:41 +0100 5334783 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5334784&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fgvsf1020.htm The regulations for Medicare accountable care organizations will increase incentives and streamline the program to extend benefits to a broader range of beneficiaries. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5334784 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 20:16:34 +0100 5334784 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5334785&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fgvse1020.htm Physician organizations have been critical of the audit program, citing a high error rate. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5334785 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:57:17 +0100 5334785 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5323467&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fgvsd1017.htm A House committee would increase scientific research funding but decrease health centers' long-term funding. A Senate panel proposes just the opposite. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5323467 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5323467 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5323466&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fgvsc1017.htm The AMA and others in organized medicine are speaking out against the recommendations. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5323466 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5323466 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5323465&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fgvsb1017.htm Meanwhile, the California Medical Assn. sues the state over a lack of data relevant to physician pay reductions. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5323465 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5323465 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5323464&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fgvsa1017.htm Emergency physicians say some exclusions could discourage patients with potentially serious conditions from seeking timely care. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5323464 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5323464 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5323463&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fgvl11017.htm A report for the Dept. of Health of Human Services notes that greater use of standardized, evidence-based medicine could reduce health spending. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5323463 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5323463 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5313622&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F10%2Fgvse1014.htm The Maryland congressman has requested information on how distributors get the medications, how they store them and who buys them. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5313622 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:09:09 +0100 5313622 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5313623&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F10%2Fgvsd1013.htm Federal officials express concern about whether specific areas of the country are seeing higher numbers of doctors opting out. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5313623 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 13:01:28 +0100 5313623 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5303877&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F10%2Fgvsc1010.htm Some want panel members to incorporate a physician payment overhaul into their debate about long-term deficits. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5303877 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5303877 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5303876&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F10%2Fgvsb1010.htm 42 used similar funds to scale back premium increases for individual and small group plans. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5303876 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5303876 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5303875&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F10%2Fgvsa1010.htm By asking justices to hear the case now, the White House probably is ensuring that an opinion will come before the 2012 elections, experts say. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5303875 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5303875 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5303874&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F10%2Fgvl11010.htm Participating practices will receive an average of about $20 per patient per month to coordinate quality care for Medicare and private patients. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5303874 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5303874 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5296329&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F03%2Fgvse1007.htm The proposal, which has obtained preliminary approval from federal officials, would expand risk-based plans statewide. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5296329 Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:59:38 +0100 5296329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5296330&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F10%2F03%2Fgvsd1006.htm CMS says it will change physician enrollment forms after the American Medical Association raised concerns. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5296330 Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:11:10 +0100 5296330 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5272963&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fgvse0930.htm A new survey says many states report access problems, but the programs provide care coordination and quality monitoring more easily than fee-for-service. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5272963 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:58:34 +0100 5272963 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5272964&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fgvsd0929.htm The vaccine's strains are the same as last year, but immunization is recommended for everyone over 6 months old. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5272964 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 22:18:29 +0100 5272964 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5259842&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fgvsc0926.htm The measure prevented physicians from querying patients about firearms in their homes unless it was pertinent to medical records. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5259842 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5259842 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5259841&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fgvsb0926.htm A half-million young adults gained coverage, but other age brackets lost ground, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5259841 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5259841 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5259840&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fgvsa0926.htm Draft MedPAC recommendations suggest reducing payments to specialists to stabilize rates for primary care. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5259840 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5259840 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5259839&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fgvl10926.htm CMS adjusted the RAC program in several ways supported by doctors, including requiring auditors to employ them as medical directors. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5259839 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5259839 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5250015&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F19%2Fgvse0923.htm The state's Medicaid agency plans to end payments for what it deems excessive use of facilities for nonemergencies. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5250015 Fri, 23 Sep 2011 12:54:56 +0100 5250015 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5250016&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F19%2Fgvsd0922.htm Republicans argue that the proposal would allow more consumers to keep the coverage they like. Democrats, however, say it's a ploy to revoke the law. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5250016 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:28:42 +0100 5250016 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5236541&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F19%2Fgvsc0919.htm A report shows that in 2011, the government already has surpassed the total for all of 2010. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5236541 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5236541 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5236540&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F19%2Fgvsb0919.htm Some physicians and public health groups say the administration is ignoring science showing damage from ozone pollution. Obama cites costs and the regulatory burden. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5236540 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5236540 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5236539&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F19%2Fgvsa0919.htm Meanwhile, a study cites high physician pay in the U.S. relative to other countries as a significant driver of spending in the system. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5236539 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5236539 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5236538&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F19%2Fgvl10919.htm CMS proposes adjusting 2015 payments for some doctors by using quality and efficiency measured in 2013. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5236538 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5236538 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5224092&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fgvse0916.htm They say the formulary change is a hassle but acknowledge that it's designed to help balance the state's budget. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5224092 Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:57:08 +0100 5224092 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5224093&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fgvsd0915.htm Republicans blame health reform for mergers, but some experts find fault with pay systems. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5224093 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 13:41:46 +0100 5224093 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5207375&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fgvsc0912.htm Private Medicare plans for low-income, high-cost patients must enter into contracts with states by 2013. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5207375 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5207375 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5207374&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fgvsb0912.htm The model of care already has saved the state hundreds of billions through reduced hospitalizations and better disease management. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5207374 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5207374 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5207373&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fgvsa0912.htm Polling experts said Americans are not focused on changes scheduled to begin in 2014 but on the economy and other issues. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5207373 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5207373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5207372&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fgvl10912.htm Physicians facing a 2012 pay reduction will not receive any more time to report paperless prescription activity. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5207372 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5207372 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5195860&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F05%2Fgvsc0905.htm Rescinding or revising requirements for the health care industry could save physicians, hospitals and others $600 million a year. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5195860 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5195860 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5195859&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F05%2Fgvsb0905.htm A bipartisan association of state legislators also wants speedier federal approval of health insurance exchanges and the freedom to reduce eligibility. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5195859 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5195859 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5195858&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F05%2Fgvsa0905.htm The many Medicare patients who are depressed have inadequate coverage for mental illness, doctors say. That situation is changing. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5195858 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5195858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5195857&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F09%2F05%2Fgvl10905.htm Payment bundling for physicians and hospitals is the latest Medicare initiative that aims to improve quality and coordination of care. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5195857 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5195857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5183002&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F29%2Fgvsf0902.htm The ACLU says the measure, which prevents insurers from covering the procedure in their regular health plans, intrudes in the personal lives of patients. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5183002 Fri, 02 Sep 2011 12:54:03 +0100 5183002 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5183003&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F29%2Fgvse0901.htm Without new revenues and stronger economic growth, the nation's debt could reach historic highs by 2021, according to the Congressional Budget Office. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5183003 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 12:57:55 +0100 5183003 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5183004&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F29%2Fgvsd0831.htm Without a hardship waiver, physicians who didn't meet the minimum reporting requirement face a 1% Medicare penalty in 2012. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5183004 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 22:03:04 +0100 5183004 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5160632&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F22%2Fgvsf0826.htm Proposed federal rules would mandate a one-stop enrollment process for public and private coverage in health insurance exchanges. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5160632 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:56:14 +0100 5160632 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5160633&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F22%2Fgvse0825.htm Less than 10% of doctors download the reports when prompted by CMS. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5160633 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:58:47 +0100 5160633 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5160637&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F22%2Fgvsd0822.htm Although facilities worried they were the last choices for health care, patients kept going to save money and for the convenience, a study says. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5160637 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5160637 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5160636&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F22%2Fgvsc0822.htm The measure comes in response to a November ballot initiative to prohibit the procedure in San Francisco. A judge ordered the initiative off the ballot. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5160636 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5160636 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5160635&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F22%2Fgvsb0822.htm Few expect members to agree on the minimum $1.2 trillion in reductions needed to prevent automatic across-the-board cuts beginning in 2013. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5160635 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5160635 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5160634&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F22%2Fgvsa0822.htm They say CMS has violated federal statutes by relying on a panel to set payment rates and a process that favors specialists. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5160634 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5160634 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5142897&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fgvse0819.htm The three-year program is designed to help inpatient psychiatric hospitals treat adult enrollees. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5142897 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:56:42 +0100 5142897 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5142898&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fgvsd0818.htm CMS must ensure the information is accurate before letting research groups publish quality report cards, physician organizations say. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5142898 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 13:15:37 +0100 5142898 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5131424&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fgvsc0815.htm The measure violates provisions of health system reform by changing Medicaid eligibility requirements, federal officials say. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5131424 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5131424 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5131423&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fgvsb0815.htm Doctors say revised ozone rules would improve respiratory health, but new standards have been delayed several times. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5131423 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5131423 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5131422&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fgvsa0815.htm Requests by California and other states to impose new enrollee cost-sharing would imperil vulnerable patients, advocates say. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5131422 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5131422 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5126014&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fgvsg0812.htm The 11th Circuit decision conflicts with another federal appeals court ruling issued in June. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5126014 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 21:45:18 +0100 5126014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5119477&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fgvsf0812.htm Three department staffers will take over most of Joel Ario's role as the point person on establishing state insurance exchanges under health reform. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5119477 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 12:54:35 +0100 5119477 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5119478&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fgvse0811.htm Patients hitting the Part D doughnut hole saved $461 million through discounts on brand-name drugs. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5119478 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:01:40 +0100 5119478 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5108763&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fgvsd0808.htm Lawmakers vow to continue pushing legislation to end confusion about what constitutes legal research. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5108763 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5108763 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5108762&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fgvsc0808.htm The program reported $48 billion in improper payments in 2010, leading a list of 70 federal programs, a GAO report says. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5108762 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5108762 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5108761&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fgvsb0808.htm The final decision about whether isolated genes are patentable probably will come from the U.S. Supreme Court, experts say. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5108761 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5108761 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5108760&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fgvsa0808.htm A federal report predicts that millions of newly insured people, many of them relatively young and healthy, will visit physicians and fill prescriptions starting in 2014. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5108760 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5108760 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5108759&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2Fgvl10808.htm The agreement doesn't address the SGR cut and raises the specter of an additional $10 billion to $15 billion per year in reduced doctor pay. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5108759 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5108759 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5095947&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F01%2Fgvsf0805.htm The budget reduces rates for physicians by an additional 3% but eliminates a 2% levy on their revenue. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5095947 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:02:27 +0100 5095947 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5095948&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F08%2F01%2Fgvse0804.htm Medicare must give physicians additional time to meet requirements before the 2012 penalty is applied, medical associations say. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5095948 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 13:03:25 +0100 5095948 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5078308&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F25%2Fgvse0729.htm Physician pay will be a mixture of fee-for-service and capitated rates, but the state medical society says there is resistance to the changes. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5078308 Fri, 29 Jul 2011 12:57:50 +0100 5078308 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5063132&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F25%2Fgvsc0725.htm The responses on the enrollment applications will be used to update the Physician Compare website, CMS says. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5063132 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5063132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5063131&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F25%2Fgvsb0725.htm Funding for a second round of state grants has not been approved by Congress, and GOP lawmakers question President Obama's support for alternative liability solutions. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5063131 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5063131 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5063130&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F25%2Fgvsa0725.htm The American Medical Association is among the groups backing a bill to repeal the Medicare Independent Payment Advisory Board. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5063130 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5063130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5063129&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F25%2Fgvl10725.htm The Obama administration stresses state flexibility in the first proposed federal regulations on the health plan marketplaces that will launch by 2014. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5063129 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5063129 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5052113&cid=s_27952_4_f&fid=27952&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2011%2F07%2F18%2Fgvse0722.htm But the changes won't take effect without help from the Supreme Court and federal health officials. (Source: American Medical News - GOVERNMENT) American Medical News - GOVERNMENT news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5052113 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 12:53:50 +0100 5052113