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Quality reporting should be focused on 15 themes: IOM

A new report from the Institute of Medicine (IOM) focuses on 15 core metrics to assess health and health care measurement. It provides a clearer picture of what’s necessary for physicians and other stakeholders to adopt these measures for quality reporting.

Payment & Delivery Models
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AMA statement on Medicare Part D data release

The AMA is committed to transparency and the availability of reliable information for patients to make informed decisions about their medical care.

Press Releases
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AMA guide to media reporting on CMS' Medicare Part D data

The AMA is committed to transparency and supports the release of data that can help improve quality of care.

Press Releases
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3 important events that can help us adopt new payment models

While physicians always are looking for better ways to care for our patients, actually doing so isn’t easy. Right now, three events are helping us on the journey to new care and payment models.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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What your practice should do to prepare financially for ICD-10

How ready is your practice for the financial impact of implementing the ICD-10 code set? With the Oct. 1 implementation date about five months away, practices should be ready for what will happen following the deadline.

Claims Processing
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How to prep for ICD-10—whether you're a beginner or expert

Whether you’re medical practice is already on the road to implementation of the ICD-10 code set or you need a little more guidance, use this month-by-month primer to get you ready for the Oct. 1 deadline.

Claims Processing
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Medicare payment formula bites the dust

The sustainable growth rate (SGR) formula in the Medicare payments system is no more. Thanks to new legislation, the era of uncertainty for Medicare beneficiaries and their physicians has ended.

Medicare & Medicaid
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AMA celebrates historic Medicare reforms passed by Congress

The AMA celebrates the U.S. Senate's vote to pass Medicare delivery and payment reforms to help our nation's seniors and improve the health of the nation.

Press Releases
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AMA statement on OACT report regarding H.R. 2

CMS' Office of the Actuary's (OACT) report on the estimated effects of H.R. 2 is illogical, flawed and dangerous for patient access to high quality health care.

Press Releases