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April 7, 2016 In This Issue
National News
What PATIENTS Are Reading
Podiatry Insurance Company of America (PICA)
National News
A new quality reporting and payment system for Medicare is on its way. 



Editor’s note: See APMA’s comment letter to CMS on MACRA.
 
Last October, ICD-10 was implemented with 68,000 new codes included, and when it was first rolled out, there was much controversy surrounding it.



Editor’s note: Subscribe to the APMA Coding Resource Center for all your coding needs.
 
The rise in patients' out-of-pocket expenses for healthcare services and treatment has made it more important than ever for doctors to overcome their typical reticence about discussing cost of care.
 
Naylor Association Solutions
What Patients are Reading
April marks National Foot Health Awareness month, the perfect time to pamper your feet. Indulging in a soothing pedicure or a new pair of comfort shoes are easy ways to give your feet a treat.



Editor’s note: Check out the new spring campaign materials at www.apma.org/walking.
 
Most people like to stay active. Unfortunately, in the process, many suffer from overuse and other injuries.
 
What treatment does a child need if a parent suspects flat feet?
 
Podiatrists diagnose and treat conditions of the foot, ankle and related structures of the leg.
 
Clocking up the miles during training for an event like a 10k, half marathon or even the full 26-mile marathon can be immensely satisfying.



Editor's note: Recommend APMA Seal products to your patients.
 
TLD Systems
The Goldfarb Foundation
Bizmatics, Inc.
Millennials have surpassed generation Xers in the workforce, according to a Pew Research Center (PWC) analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data.
 
A representational group of covered entities and business associates will be selected for audit, including small and large providers and clearinghouses. Both onsite and desk audits will be conducted.



Editor’s note: APMA provides HIPAA Privacy and Security Manuals for members on APMA.org.
 
Healthcare providers may not always jump for joy when thinking about their participation in one or more of CMS’ plethora of quality reporting programs, but performance measurement initiatives are an inescapable part of practicing modern medicine.



Editor’s note: See APMA’s PQRS and Meaningful Use resources on APMA.org.
 
Physician practices that implement new electronic health records/practice management system should use them to target a short list of efficiency goals and clinical outcomes to gain the biggest initial impact from their investment, an expert in implementing these systems advises.



Editor’s Note: Review APMA’s EHR resources for more information on purchasing an EHR system.
 
Despite the pervasiveness of burnout and the growing number of clinicians who say they would choose a career outside of medicine if they had a "do-over," physicians still feel rewarded by treating patients, according to the 2016 Medscape Physician Compensation Report.
 
I remember the moment it happened. I came out of an exam room following a rather difficult patient encounter. The patient had multiple, complicated medical problems, a list of complaints, limited resources, and little motivation to change, and I had less than 10 minutes to deal with all of it.
 
BNA Burz North America American Society of Podiatric Medical Assistants Ortho-Dynamics Orthotic Laboratory PAL Health Technologies
 

 

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