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Medical Society of New Jersey e-Newsletter
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Job Opportunities
Novitas the Medical Administrative Contractor (MAC) for Jurisdiction L (JL) which includes New Jersey and Pennsylvania is seeking a Medical Director. Details.
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| MSNJ is pleased to announce a new member benefit with the New Jersey Devils. Get discounted tickets for select games. Access the discount.
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| Check out our new benefit partner First Healthcare Compliance for a 10% discount on compliance solutions. Read their press release.
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| MSNJ is proud to announce a new benefit for MSNJ members:
SoFi refinances student loan debt from both federal and private sources into one loan with one monthly payment at lower rates. Physician borrowers save on average $20,800 on their student loans. Adjustable rates start at 2.66% APR, fixed rates at 4.99% APR. Access the discount.
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Exclusive New Medical Professional Liability Insurance Program for Physician Groups
MSNJ is pleased to announce that one of its platinum sponsors, Arthur J. Gallagher, has negotiated a program that will give qualifying physician groups that are insured on a claims-made policy, extended reporting ("tail") coverage AT NO ADDITIONAL COST.
At last, a program now exists that allows physicians to switch to an occurrence-type policy and eliminate the worry associated with expensive tail coverage - AT NO ADDITIONAL COST.
This exciting and exclusive offer is available only to qualifying groups with at least 3 physician members. More information.
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New! Free on-line course on End of Life Care
Meets NJ BME education requirement for two Category 1 Credits in End of Life Care needed for 2015 license renewal.
Members access here.
We also have an alternative online option with a modest fee:
Education in Palliative and End-of-life Care to satisfy the 2 credit end-of-life training requirement via long distance learning - and at a 15% discount to members. MSNJ members, please click here to obtain the promo code.
The following modules are thought to meet the requirements. Each module is designated for 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ (cost to MSNJ members about $25.50 per credit)
- Gaps and Elements of Care
- Legal Issues
- Whole Patient Assessment
- Physician Assisted Suicide
- Last Hours of Living
- Withholding/Withdrawing Treatment
- Medical Futility
Choose two that meet your needs! See related News story.
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| The Federation of State Medical Boards is providing free CME activities on Opioids. Read more and register online.
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Seabrook House is offering a complimentary CME event with Atlantic and Cape County Medical Societies on "Identifying and Addressing Addiction in my Private Practice" on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Avalon Country Club. Click here for more information and registration.
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| The CDC will host a 2-day course on Epidemiology & Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases on March 17 and March 18, 2015 from 8:00am to 5:00pm at the Busch Campus Multi-Purpose Center, Rutgers, The State University in Piscataway. More information.
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Resolutions Due January 16
The next meeting of the Revolving Reference Committee is February 2, 2015 at 7:00 pm via webinar. All resolutions need to be vetted by your County Medical Society prior to submission to MSNJ. Resolutions are due from the County Medical Societies by January 16, 2015. Click here for instructions on writing a resolution.
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Call for Candidates
MSNJ is accepting applications from candidates interested in positions on the Board of Trustees, AMA Delegation, Judicial Council and various positions. Please review the MSNJ Declared Candidates for 2015 as of December 23rd (Please note: Not all Counties have Submitted Candidates) and read a brief synopsis of the positions and expectations. Your involvement is key to the Success of MSNJ.
If you are interested in running for a position or have questions about specific vacancies, please feel free to contact your County Executive or Sue Hoisington at 609-896-1766 x 207.
The Deadline to submit a request is Wednesday, January 21, 2015. The Nominating Committee meeting is on Sunday, February 1, 2015.
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MSNJ March Board Meeting Date Changed
The March, 2015 Board of Trustees Meeting has been changed to Thursday, March 5, 2015 at 6:30 pm in MSNJ Conference Room, Lawrenceville.
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MSNJ 209th President, Dr. Angelo S. Agro, Passed
Dr. Angelo S. Agro, MSNJ 209th President, passed away on December 16, 2014. He will be fondly remembered for dedication and service to the Medical Society and Camden County Medical Society.
Condolences can be sent to the Agro family, 1701 Rosewood Lane, Andalusia, AL 36420
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| Employment Contract Review Program
Entering into an employment agreement can change your professional life for years to come. Don't sign until you have consulted with counsel. Check out our Employment Contract Review Program today!
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| The CDC has updated the Ebola Key Messages.
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De Groote Award Nominations
MSNJ is accepting nominations for the De Groote Award which will be conferred at the MSNJ Inaugural Gala of the 223rd President, Steven Berkowitz, MD on May 9, 2015. The De Groote Award was established by resolution to honor the selfless work of Dr. Robert De Groote in service to the medical profession. The De Groote Award will be given to the individual whose selfless and idealistic work benefits humankind and not himself or herself.
Nominations should be made by submitting a brief narrative to info@msnj.org by close of business on Friday, February 20, 2015.
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Legislative Update
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Drug Abuse
The Assembly has passed A709, which would require pharmacies and prescribers to notify patients about how to ensure proper and safe disposal of unused prescription drugs. MSNJ supports this bill as a part of the Legislature's package of bills aimed to reduce drug addiction.
The Senate has passed S2366, which requires health care practitioners to inform patients of addiction potential of controlled dangerous substances prior to issuing prescription. Though it partly codified existing regulation regarding informed consent and medication management, MSNJ and specialty societies oppose this bill, since it creates liability and may affect medication adherence. The American Cancer Society also opposes the bill because it may reduce access to pain medication. MSNJ will continue to negotiate with the Legislature about this mandate.
Physician Training
The Assembly has amended S471/A1473. This bill requires physicians who perform physicals on children to complete a training module on cardiac health. This online one hour module is currently being prepared by the Departments of Health and Education pursuant to a requirement in a previously signed law requiring physicians who perform physicals on student athletes to complete it. At the request of MSNJ, NJAFP and NJAOPS and other specialty societies, the sponsors have amended the bill to ensure that the requirement is limited to one time and NOT tied to BME licensure. With the amendments, a physician will be required to maintain the certificate of completion and attest to the completion upon the next BME license renewal. The bill heads back to the Senate for concurrence, and then to the Governor's desk.
Medicaid Fraud
The Assembly has passed A1951, which establishes Medicaid Smart Card Pilot Program. The objective of the pilot program is to reduce the total amount of Medicaid expenditures, by reducing Medicaid costs relative to what would be expended in the absence of the program, through activities intended to reduce waste, fraud, and abuse. The bill requires the program to be designed to reduce the average monthly cost to the State Medicaid program for recipients within the pilot program's geographic area by an amount that is at least sufficient to recover the cost of implementing the program. MSNJ is monitoring this bill.
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Practice Management
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ICD-10: 280 Days Away
October 1, 2015 is the deadline to transition to the ICD-10 code set. MSNJ encourages all physicians to begin preparing for implementation by working with software vendors and testing their systems. View resources on MSNJ's website.
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Volunteer for CMS ICD-10 End-to End Testing
CMS will begin ICD-10 end-to-end testing with a small group of volunteers, beginning in April 2015. If you are interested in volunteering for this testing opportunity, complete the Volunteer Testing Form by January 9, 2015. Volunteers will be notified of selection by January 30. Read CMS's new FAQ on ICD-10 End-to-End Testing, MLN Matters SE1435. Watch the MLN Connects video on Coding for ICD-10-CM: More of the Basics for a better understanding of ICD-10. |
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View December's Coding Tip of the Month for information on the use of F codes in ICD-10 for Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01 - F99)
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- Professional liability defense
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- Third party reimbursement
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It is important to note that MSNJ does not endorse any vendor, service, or product. However, we encourage members to please consider our Corporate Partners first as the financial support received from these organizations is vital to our association. It is our hope that their investment in MSNJ will help keep your membership dues and programming affordable.
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Medical Society of New Jersey
2 Princess Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
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About the Medical Society of New Jersey:
Founded in 1766, the Medical Society of New Jersey (MSNJ) is the oldest professional society in the United States. MSNJ promotes the betterment of the public health and the science and the art of medicine, to enlighten public opinion in regard to the problems of medicine, and to safeguard the rights of the practitioners of medicine. The organization and its members are dedicated to a healthy New Jersey, working to ensure the sanctity of the physician-patient relationship. In representing all medical disciplines, MSNJ advocates for the rights of patients and physicians alike, for the delivery of the highest quality medical care. For more information visit our website or send us an e-mail.
"Your Partner in Practice... Your Voice in Trenton"
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