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AMA on Medicare's proposed plan to cover advance care planning

The proposed Medicare payment rule supports conversations between patients and physicians to communicate patients' wishes in responding to medical situations.

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What physicians need to know about patient portals

Patients are used to accessing information online. Physicians can access their health information online through patient portals. As a physician, learn what you need to know to get patients to use this technology.

Medicare & Medicaid
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Dropping weight and spending: A proven way to curb diabetes

People with prediabetes who participate in the National Diabetes Prevention Program lost weight and spent less on health care over three years versus those who did not participate in such a program.

Public Health Advocacy
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CMS to make ICD-10 transition less disruptive for physicians

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced it’s making several critical changes to the ICD-10 transition period so that it’s less disruptive for physicians.

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Leadership Viewpoints
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CMS and AMA announce efforts to help providers get ready for ICD-10

The AMA and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced efforts to help physicians prepare for the transition to ICD-10 ahead of the October 1 deadline.

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How payments, penalties will change post-SGR

With the repeal of the sustainable growth rate formula comes a new, consolidated quality reporting program for Medicare. Learn how bonus payments and financial penalties will be affected under the merit-based incentive payment system.

Medicare & Medicaid
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The ICD-10 countdown continues—make sure you're ready

The countdown to the ICD-10 code set implementation deadline continues. Make sure your medical practice is ready to minimize disruptions. If you haven’t checked them out yet, here are some practical resources from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

Claims Processing
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AMA guide for media reporting on “open payments” data release

Media should verify the accuracy of data; understand the context of financial relationships between physicians and industry when reporting on open payments data.

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AMA statement on Sunshine Act data release

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

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