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' source. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 15:20:58 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3364299&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F03%2F15%2Fedca0315.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3364299 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3364299 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3364298&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F03%2F15%2Fedsa0315.htm Physicians, already tracking identity theft under HIPAA, should not also be subject to regulations designed for banks. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3364298 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3364298 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3340238&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F03%2F08%2Fedsa0308.htm The California-based WellPoint subsidiary informed individual subscribers that premiums would increase by as much as 39%. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3340238 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3340238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3316641&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F03%2F01%2Fedca0301.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3316641 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3316641 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3316640&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F03%2F01%2Fedsa0301.htm The AMA will continue its efforts, even though a damages cap was struck down in Illinois and similar reforms are in peril in three more states. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3316640 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3316640 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3304364&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F02%2F22%2Fgvse0225.htm The former lawmaker will step down after a career that included passing Medicare Part D and negotiating a health reform deal to cut drug prices. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3304364 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:00:58 +0100 3304364 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3304363&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F02%2F22%2Fbise0225.htm After complaints from physicians and organized medicine, the independent PPO sent a bulletin to physicians explaining their earlier faxed request. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3304363 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:00:58 +0100 3304363 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3292503&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F02%2F22%2Fedsa0222.htm The Lancet in February retracted a 1998 study that incorrectly linked the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine to autism. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3292503 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3292503 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3271524&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F02%2F15%2Fedca0215.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3271524 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3271524 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3271523&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F02%2F15%2Fedsa0215.htm There have been recent successes in repelling tobacco industry attempts to overturn federal regulation. But this is no time for complacency. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3271523 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3271523 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3260754&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F02%2F08%2Fbise0211.htm The Pittsburgh-based plan is objecting to requests for information by the Dept. of Insurance that the company believes go beyond what's allowed by law. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3260754 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 13:37:21 +0100 3260754 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3256731&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F02%2F08%2Fprsd0210.htm Primary care doctors also are being asked how their practices have been impacted by the recession. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3256731 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:07:39 +0100 3256731 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3256730&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F02%2F08%2Fgvsd0210.htm Physicians and health systems in the two states will share savings from coordinating care and developing medical homes. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3256730 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:07:39 +0100 3256730 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3249128&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F02%2F08%2Fedsa0208.htm The victory by Republican Sen.-elect Scott Brown to fill the late Sen. Edward Kennedy's seat stalls Democratic attempts to pass national health reform legislation. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3249128 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3249128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3225373&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F02%2F01%2Fedca0201.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3225373 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3225373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3225372&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F02%2F01%2Fedsa0201.htm A federal appeals court ruled against a company's request for Medicare claims data, saying that would violate a 31-year-old injunction against revealing individual payment information. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3225372 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3225372 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3202316&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F01%2F25%2Fedsa0125.htm Following health reform passage by the House and Senate, Democrats are negotiating a final bill without Republicans and media present. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3202316 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3202316 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3180715&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F01%2F18%2Fedca0118.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3180715 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3180715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3180714&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F01%2F18%2Fedsa0118.htm The AMA provides physicians with resources for evaluating and treating weight-related health problems. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3180714 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3180714 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3158056&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F01%2F11%2Fedsa0111.htm After a long and arduous process, the Senate voted 60-39 along party lines to pass a health reform bill that now must be reconciled with a House version passed earlier. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3158056 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3158056 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3137947&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F01%2F04%2Fedca0104.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3137947 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3137947 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3137946&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2010%2F01%2F04%2Fedsa0104.htm As many as 200,000 physicians will need to re-enroll with the federal program by April 5 to continue receiving payment. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3137946 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3137946 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123835&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F28%2Fbica1228.htm Technically Speaking - A practical look at information technology issues and usage (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123835 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3123835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123834&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F28%2Fbisc1228.htm Promises of game rewards were linked to a coalition of health insurers. But the organization denies any involvement in the health reform lobbying effort. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123834 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3123834 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123833&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F28%2Fbisb1228.htm Although few physicians have signed up, companies offering the service hope new computer security and ease of billing will reverse that. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123833 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3123833 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123832&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F28%2Fbisa1228.htm The visit to various medical facilities was part of China's effort to collect information on how to improve its new universal health care system. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123832 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3123832 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123831&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F28%2Fedsa1228.htm The slower-than-expected manufacture and distribution of H1N1 vaccine has put a spotlight on how ready America is to respond to any emergency. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123831 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3123831 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123830&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F28%2Fprsb1228.htm A new report does find "unmistakable progress," despite setbacks. Critics say mandatory disclosure of medical errors is the key to breakthrough safety improvement. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123830 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3123830 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123829&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F28%2Fprsa1228.htm Doctors on probation will be tested twice a week, and license changes will be made public. Physicians say this will discourage doctors from seeking help. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123829 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3123829 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123828&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F28%2Fgvsb1228.htm Access issues caused by insufficient rates deprive children of timely care and screenings, they say. Similar lawsuits have prompted changes in other states. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123828 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3123828 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123827&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F28%2Fgvsa1228.htm The AMA is working with CMS to boost PQRI education. Practices want more timely feedback reports and an option to appeal. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123827 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3123827 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123826&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F28%2Fprl21228.htm A pattern of underfunding is cited as a key factor in why state and federal health departments are largely unprepared for crisis response. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123826 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3123826 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123825&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F28%2Fgvl11228.htm As Congress passed a temporary pay patch, it also approved increased 2010 funding for the NIH and other federal health agencies. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123825 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3123825 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3109450&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F21%2Fprsc1222.htm Intensive therapy increased IQ and language for children as young as 18 months, according to a new study. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3109450 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:14:02 +0100 3109450 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3109449&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F21%2Fgvsd1222.htm Money will help serve an additional 500,000 people who have no options beyond emergency departments. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3109449 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:14:02 +0100 3109449 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3107261&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F21%2Fedsa1221.htm In the current round of the national health system reform effort, deliberation on the Senate measure is drawing charges of partisan maneuvering. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3107261 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3107261 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3083366&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F14%2Fedsa1214.htm A government panel created a firestorm when it advised dropping early routine breast cancer screening and screening every other year for women older than 50. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3083366 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3083366 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3061903&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F07%2Fedca1207.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3061903 Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3061903 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3061902&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F12%2F07%2Fedsa1207.htm The Association's agenda lays a groundwork for confronting the most important physician issues, no matter what the final health system reform looks like. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3061902 Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3061902 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3037432&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F11%2F30%2Fedsa1130.htm The House passed its version, projected to cover 96% of Americans. But Republicans and insurers criticize it over costs and its government-run public option. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3037432 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3037432 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3020653&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F11%2F23%2Fgvsd1124.htm HHS has awarded more than $40 million in grants to organizations working to find and enroll uninsured children. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3020653 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:08:58 +0100 3020653 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3020652&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F11%2F23%2Fbise1124.htm Doctors believe the plan was trying to preempt a law barring unilateral changes that will take effect in January 2010. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3020652 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:08:58 +0100 3020652 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3017594&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F11%2F23%2Fedca1123.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3017594 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3017594 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3017593&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F11%2F23%2Fedsa1123.htm The new, independent database in development should lead to more payment accuracy and transparency for physicians and patients. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3017593 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0100 3017593 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3010381&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F11%2F16%2Fprse1120.htm Researchers say patient demand for the test and lag time between revisions to screening recommendations and implementation may be reasons for overuse. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3010381 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:06:05 +0100 3010381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3010380&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F11%2F16%2Fgvsf1120.htm Doctors say the $100 million the governor took from Mcare to balance the state budget is needed to cover outstanding liability claims. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3010380 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:06:05 +0100 3010380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2994186&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F11%2F16%2Fedsa1116.htm Delays in the manufacture and delivery of the vaccine for influenza A(H1N1) have left patients and physicians concerned -- and scrambling for shots. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2994186 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2994186 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2972381&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F11%2F09%2Fedsa1109.htm Even before the House bill was introduced, the Senate was asserting that the public insurance option was not dead. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2972381 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2972381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2949030&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F11%2F02%2Fedca1102.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2949030 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2949030 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2949029&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F11%2F02%2Fedsa1102.htm Physicians need to be armed with facts to calm patient fears and ensure proper treatment and vaccination. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2949029 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2949029 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2925434&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F10%2F26%2Fedsa1026.htm Some health care workers have protested against a vaccine mandate. But the message elsewhere has been that adults and children should get the flu shot. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2925434 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2925434 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2903414&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F10%2F19%2Fedca1019.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2903414 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2903414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2903413&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F10%2F19%2Fedsb1019.htm American Medical News has beefed-up our online presence, with an entry into social media.. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2903413 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2903413 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2903412&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F10%2F19%2Fedsa1019.htm The American Medical Association supports government efforts to re-examine health insurance merger guidelines. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2903412 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2903412 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2881636&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F10%2F12%2Fedsa1012.htm A beverage tax is one idea being floated to raise money for health system reform and to fight obesity. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2881636 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2881636 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2859730&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F10%2F05%2Fedca1005.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2859730 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:00:00 +0100 2859730 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2859729&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F10%2F05%2Fedsa1005.htm The count of people without health insurance is growing, but the bigger issue is a lack of access to affordable coverage. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2859729 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:00:00 +0100 2859729 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2836745&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F09%2F28%2Fedsa0928.htm The $856 billion, 10-year package would attempt to cover most Americans through individual mandates, insurance reforms and new government assistance. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2836745 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:06:33 +0100 2836745 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2813038&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F09%2F21%2Fedca0921.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2813038 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:05:45 +0100 2813038 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2813037&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F09%2F21%2Fedsa0921.htm The Commission to End Health Care Disparities is uniting physicians and others to eliminate racial and ethnic disparities. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2813037 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:05:45 +0100 2813037 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2790860&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F09%2F14%2Fedsa0914.htm The long-serving senator described health system reform as "the cause of my life." Some have called on Congress to pass legislation in his memory. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2790860 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:06:27 +0100 2790860 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2770676&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F09%2F07%2Fedca0907.htm AMA Leader Commentary - A message to all physicians about current events in medical practice (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2770676 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 16:06:01 +0100 2770676 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2770675&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F09%2F07%2Fedsa0907.htm The AMA report card shows the mixed progress insurers have shown in improving their services for physicians. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2770675 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 16:06:01 +0100 2770675 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2746108&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fbica0831.htm Technically Speaking - A practical look at information technology issues and usage (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2746108 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:43:39 +0100 2746108 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2746107&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fbisc0831.htm Practices that lost money in 2008 after having previously been profitable can lessen their tax burdens through this one-time offer. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2746107 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:43:39 +0100 2746107 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2746106&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fbisb0831.htm After seven years, the organization says it has accomplished what it set out to do. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2746106 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:43:39 +0100 2746106 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2746105&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fbisa0831.htm An MGMA survey finds the biggest challenges for practices are covering expenses and getting paid by patients. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2746105 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:43:39 +0100 2746105 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2746104&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fedsa0831.htm The counseling provision in the House's health reform bill sparked controversy, particularly after 2008 GOP VP candidate Sarah Palin said it could create "death panels." (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2746104 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:43:39 +0100 2746104 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2746103&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fprsb0831.htm Well-designed improvement initiatives may help physicians feel less isolated or dissatisfied, a Massachusetts study says. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2746103 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:43:39 +0100 2746103 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2746102&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fprsa0831.htm Primary care physicians often are left in the dark about what tests to follow up on. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2746102 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:43:39 +0100 2746102 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2746101&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fgvsc0831.htm An approved amendment would encourage states to explore certain liability alternatives, but lawmakers rebuffed attempts at damage caps and other physician-backed proposals. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2746101 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:43:39 +0100 2746101 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2746100&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fgvsb0831.htm Money would go toward setting up key infrastructure to help physicians choose and use the right EHR. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2746100 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:43:39 +0100 2746100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2746099&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fgvsa0831.htm The goal of ACOs is to encourage physicians and hospitals to integrate care by holding them jointly responsible for Medicare quality and costs. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2746099 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:43:39 +0100 2746099 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2746098&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fgvl20831.htm Participants say they are pleased with the results, despite the payout rate. Small practices start seeing their own performance dollars. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2746098 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:43:39 +0100 2746098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2746097&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F31%2Fprl10831.htm As doctors start preparing for the season, officials predict influenza A(H1N1) could infect half of the U.S. population. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2746097 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:43:39 +0100 2746097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2728362&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fprsc0825.htm Justices will decide whether certain methods are patentable. The ruling may influence process patents in biomedicine and technology. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2728362 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:25:43 +0100 2728362 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2728361&cid=s_36408_22_f&fid=36408&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fbise0825.htm A global rating agency believes that health system reform could hurt insurance companies' bottom lines. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2728361 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:25:43 +0100 2728361 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725810&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fbica0824.htm Technically Speaking - A practical look at information technology issues and usage (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725810 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:43:18 +0100 2725810 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725809&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fbisd0824.htm Health industry watchers expressed optimism but cautioned that the numbers could reflect preparations for a potential H1N1 flu outbreak. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725809 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:43:18 +0100 2725809 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725808&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fbisc0824.htm Ohio doctors report that visits are down as laid-off patients are dropped from insurance plans and have trouble paying bills. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725808 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:43:18 +0100 2725808 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725807&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fbisb0824.htm The prospect for earnings growth looks slimmer as insurance companies run out of costs to cut but hit a limit on premium hikes. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725807 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:43:18 +0100 2725807 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725806&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fbisa0824.htm Health IT that can be downloaded and customized is gaining favor as less costly and more collaborative than commercial systems. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725806 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:43:18 +0100 2725806 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725805&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fedsa0824.htm As Congress headed home to talk to constituents about reform, many got an earful from angry opponents of any government expansion into health care. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725805 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:43:18 +0100 2725805 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725804&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fprsb0824.htm Promoting young students' interests in careers as physicians or other health care professionals may be one answer. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725804 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:43:18 +0100 2725804 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725803&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fprsa0824.htm The public outrage over reimbursement for patient counseling catches doctors by surprise but shows how delicate the discussion over advance-care planning can be. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725803 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:43:18 +0100 2725803 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725802&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fgvsb0824.htm OIG finds the "incident to" rule is allowing care to be provided by nonphysicians who lack the necessary qualifications. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725802 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:43:18 +0100 2725802 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725801&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fgvsa0824.htm Physicians say moves to further slash Medicaid and CHIP will hurt those who can least afford it. Schwarzenegger says the cuts are legal. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725801 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:43:18 +0100 2725801 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725800&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fprl20824.htm Doctors say the Maryland and Wisconsin decisions could lead to their judgment being second-guessed and undermine patient care. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725800 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:43:18 +0100 2725800 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725799&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F24%2Fgvl10824.htm An HHS report documents insurance discrimination against members and denials of coverage; insurers counter with report on high out-of-network physician fees. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725799 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:43:18 +0100 2725799 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704490&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fbica0817.htm zznovar (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704490 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704489&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fbisb0817.htm As more data are exchanged, a survey finds that stakeholders are realizing a return on their investments. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704489 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704488&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fbisa0817.htm A Consumer Reports survey revealed that 62% of PPO members called their insurer with billing complaints while only 27% of HMO members did. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704488 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704488 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704487&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fedsa0817.htm Congress went on summer recess without voting on a health system reform bill, but that hasn't stopped the debate. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704487 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704487 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704486&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fprca0817.htm zznovar (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704486 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704486 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704485&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fprsd0817.htm The approach primarily benefits doctors in telemedicine or those who see patients in several states. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704485 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704485 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704484&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fprsc0817.htm Some doctors say the shortage of donor kidneys for transplant pushes desperate patients to break the law. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704484 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704484 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704483&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fprsb0817.htm The board of eight physicians and a veterinarian is charged with deciding if one society's guidelines should be revised. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704483 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704483 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704482&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fprsa0817.htm In just 10 years, a WHO team headed by D. A. Henderson, MD, accomplished the daunting task of eradicating smallpox. A book by Dr. Henderson, now a professor of medicine and public health at the University of Pittsburgh, details those efforts. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704482 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704482 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704481&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fgvsb0817.htm Citing "cataclysmic" reductions in federal matching money, the state will reduce doctor pay by about $19 million in fiscal 2010. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704481 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704481 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704480&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fgvsa0817.htm New Hampshire and Pennsylvania are the latest state governments to attempt to divert the money to other purposes. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704480 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704480 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704479&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fbil20817.htm Barriers such as work-flow changes and high rejection rates have physicians hesitant to use a technology that promises a quicker path to getting paid. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704479 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704479 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2704478&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F17%2Fgvl10817.htm The upper chamber recessed without forging an agreement on health system reform, but negotiators will continue meeting throughout August. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2704478 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:01:59 +0100 2704478 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684447&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fbica0810.htm zznovar (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684447 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684447 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684446&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fbisc0810.htm Clinics that charge patients extra say the cost of meeting Medicare standards justifies the fees, but the response is calls for more billing transparency. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684446 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684446 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684445&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fbisb0810.htm The state's Legislature will consider recommendations to move physicians away from a fee-for-service system. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684445 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684445 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684444&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fbisa0810.htm Health plans say they want to see healthier patients and more efficient physicians, and that offering education and guidelines is one way to do that. The skeptical audience, however, wonders if it's all about money. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684444 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684444 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684443&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fedca0810.htm zznovar (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684443 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684443 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684442&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fedsa0810.htm The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has proposed removing Part B drug costs from the Medicare physician pay formula, a move physicians have been pushing since 2002. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684442 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684441&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fprca0810.htm zznovar (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684441 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684441 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684440&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fprsc0810.htm A team of researchers is crafting a calculator that determines a return on investment for mobile health van services. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684440 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684440 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684439&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fprsb0810.htm With an agenda as broad as health care itself, few topics are off limits. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684439 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684439 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684438&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fprsa0810.htm A CDC obesity conference offers concrete suggestions on how physicians can help reduce the country's growing weight problems, one patient at a time. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684438 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684438 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684437&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fgvca0810.htm zznovar (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684437 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684437 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684436&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fgvsb0810.htm House health reform legislation would mandate a basic coverage package all plans must offer. But some organizations question if that includes abortion. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684436 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684436 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684435&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fgvsa0810.htm The lawsuit has raised questions over how to provide health care to uninsured illegal immigrants. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684435 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684435 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684434&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fprl20810.htm Some physicians criticize the bans as going too far and harming innovation. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684434 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684434 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2684433&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F10%2Fgvl10810.htm Physicians who choose to accept patients enrolled in the public plan option would not be tied to Medicare rates. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2684433 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:03:23 +0100 2684433 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663180&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F03%2Fbisc0803.htm The Association's insurer report card also says increased use of electronic claims-processing will help keep costs down. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663180 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:45 +0100 2663180 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663179&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F03%2Fbisb0803.htm The health plan says glitches caused by a new computer system have been resolved, but doctors say problems persist. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663179 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:45 +0100 2663179 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663178&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F03%2Fbisa0803.htm Health Net execs want to concentrate on the plan's West Coast holdings. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663178 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:45 +0100 2663178 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663177&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F03%2Fedsa0803.htm House and Senate bills offer reform solutions but have sparked contentious debate among physicians, lawmakers and others about the right path to take. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663177 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:45 +0100 2663177 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663176&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F03%2Fprsc0803.htm New surveys show that rates of adult vaccination are low and that young adults are unaware of the dangers of vaccine-preventable diseases. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663176 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:45 +0100 2663176 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663175&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F03%2Fprsb0803.htm Pressured pace, lack of control linked to low satisfaction, high stress and burnout, a new study reports. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663175 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:45 +0100 2663175 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663174&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F03%2Fprsa0803.htm Many states use pretrial review panels to sift out meritless cases and encourage early settlement without going to court. Are they working? (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663174 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:45 +0100 2663174 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663173&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F03%2Fgvsc0803.htm Governors warn that some states might not be able to afford their share of the costs. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663173 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:45 +0100 2663173 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663172&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F03%2Fgvsb0803.htm The recommendations, which will help determine who receives federal stimulus funding, have been revised from an initial draft. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663172 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:45 +0100 2663172 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663171&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F03%2Fgvsa0803.htm The nation's health information technology coordinator is trying to help get physicians up and running with electronic health records systems. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663171 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:45 +0100 2663171 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663170&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F03%2Fprl20803.htm California and Texas are among states with bans. Hospitals want the right to hire doctors to address rural shortages, but physicians fear loss of autonomy. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663170 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:45 +0100 2663170 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663169&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F08%2F03%2Fgvl10803.htm Lawsuit charges that the state weakened its safety net to pay for reform. Meanwhile, lawmakers propose closing a budget deficit by rolling back some coverage. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663169 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:45 +0100 2663169 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2640779&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F27%2Fbisb0727.htm The health care sector also added fewer jobs and had more mass layoffs in 2008 than during the previous year. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2640779 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:36:30 +0100 2640779 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2640778&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F27%2Fbisa0727.htm Contracts for the Defense Dept. health plan are worth billions of dollars over the next five years, with United and Aetna landing the deal. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2640778 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:36:30 +0100 2640778 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2640777&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F27%2Fprsc0727.htm Donors may get up to $10,000, an amount critics say could induce women to take unnecessary medical risks. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2640777 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:36:30 +0100 2640777 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2640776&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F27%2Fprsb0727.htm Students get a firsthand look at board activities and give the experience high grades. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2640776 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:36:30 +0100 2640776 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2640775&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F27%2Fprsa0727.htm Steve Jobs was able to travel to get on a shorter wait list. UNOS will examine regional disparities in organ allocation. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2640775 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:36:30 +0100 2640775 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2640774&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F27%2Fgvsb0727.htm The decision could lead to nullification of additional pay cuts here and deter similar tactics in other states. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2640774 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:36:30 +0100 2640774 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2640773&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F27%2Fgvsa0727.htm But the Congressional Budget Office director says the measure would not significantly control long-term health spending. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2640773 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:36:30 +0100 2640773 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2640772&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F27%2Fbil20727.htm Experts say calculated growth will lead to stronger longevity in a market that has seen some notable failures in recent years. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2640772 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:36:30 +0100 2640772 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2640771&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F27%2Fgvl10727.htm President Obama and others call the support crucial and historic, but some medical societies are rejecting the legislation. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2640771 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:00:00 +0100 2640771 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616049&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fbisc0720.htm Extending a federal mortgage insurance program could save strained institutions hundreds of thousands of dollars and restart stalled projects. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616049 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:35:57 +0100 2616049 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616048&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fbisb0720.htm The company's surprise move is criticized by other retailers, who say a mandate would drive up costs and drive down employment. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616048 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:35:57 +0100 2616048 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616047&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fbisa0720.htm Traveling to practice medicine doesn't necessarily mean working in underdeveloped countries. U.S. doctors are finding adventure and fulfillment filling gaps worldwide. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616047 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:35:57 +0100 2616047 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616046&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fprsc0720.htm A Massachusetts high court decision centers on physician's duty of care to third parties. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616046 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:35:57 +0100 2616046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616045&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fprsb0720.htm If approved, 600 million doses could be ready for a possible resurgence this fall, dwarfing the 119 million seasonal influenza doses expected. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616045 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:35:57 +0100 2616045 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616044&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fprsa0720.htm As hospitals cut back, doctors and patient safety officers are exploring the business case for quality initiatives. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616044 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:35:57 +0100 2616044 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616043&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fgvsd0720.htm They cite Medicare patient access concerns as well as worries about giving power to unelected officials. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616043 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:35:57 +0100 2616043 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616042&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fgvsc0720.htm Federal money now will be available for research on new and existing stem cell lines from embryos donated under strict guidelines. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616042 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:35:57 +0100 2616042 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616041&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fgvsb0720.htm Details are sketchy but would involve lower Medicare payments. Some lawmakers question the validity of arrangements between the White House and industry. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616041 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:35:57 +0100 2616041 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616040&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fgvsa0720.htm Citing privacy concerns, organized medicine helped defeat a request for hundreds of Planned Parenthood records of patients not involved in the case in question. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616040 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:35:57 +0100 2616040 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616039&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fbil20720.htm A survey finds half of practices and billers don't know, outside of co-pays, what to charge at the time of service. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616039 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:35:57 +0100 2616039 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616038&cid=s_36408_4_f&fid=27955&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ama-assn.org%2Famednews%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fgvl10720.htm Obama also picks former Human Genome Project chief Dr. Collins to be NIH director. (Source: American Medical News) American Medical News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616038 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:00:00 +0100 2616038