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November 8, 2018 In This Issue
National News
What PATIENTS Are Reading
National News
Physician groups and others are hoping to take advantage of the delay in implementation with regard to E/M coding to advocate for further changes.
 
Editor’s note: APMA (and the entire podiatry profession) is celebrating a major advocacy win! The final rule does not include the originally proposed podiatry-specific E/M codes, which would have reimbursed at a significantly lower rate for DPMs than for other physicians.
 
The 2019 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule final rule includes a number of new rules related to MACRA.
 
Editor’s note: Don’t miss APMA’s 2019 Medicare PFS Final Rule webinar on December 6. Register today!
 
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On ballot initiatives, three states approved Medicaid expansion, while one--Montana--rejected it.
 
None of the health-care leaders surveyed by Capital One predicted a decrease in performance for their business over the next 12 months.
 
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According to a recent survey, more than 80 percent of physicians have been targeted by cybercriminals, most frequently through the use of “phishing” attacks.
 
It's important to maintain focus on the patient relationship when practices consider the use of new technology.
 
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What Patients are Reading
The American Podiatric Medical Association's new Today's Podiatrist diabetes campaign will educate the public about diabetes and its complications in the feet, as well as the value of a podiatrist in preventing and managing those complications.
 
Paying attention to the shoe's heel cup, amount of cushioning and arch support can help people with plantar fasciitis select the most appropriate footwear.
 
Editor’s note: Download our digital brochure on heel pain, which can be customized you’re your practice information.
 
The American Podiatric Medical Association’s Seal Program recognizes products that are beneficial to foot health.
 
Editor's note: Check out the latest list of APMA Seal-Accepted footwear and recommend these products to your patients.
 
Common causes of arch pain include tendonitis, stress fracture and plantar fasciitis.
 
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Telehealth, which can include a number of types of interactions with patients, will only continue to grow, according to one expert.
 
Editor’s note: Read APMA’s telemedicine issue brief, results of our nationwide teledoc survey, and more on this emerging trend in medicine.
 
Helping patients better understand their own care and treatment can lead to better outcomes.
 
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Disclaimer: Stories from sources other than APMA do not necessarily reflect APMA positions or policies. APMA does not endorse these stories. This content appears in the News Brief to enhance members' understanding of how media coverage shapes perceptions of podiatric medicine, and to educate members about what their patients, legislators and other healthcare professionals are seeing in the media.
 

 

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