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Medical Society of New Jersey e-Newsletter
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PCSS-O Webinar: Using Prescription Monitoring Programs to Support Safe® Prescribing: A Primer for Clinicians
Wednesday, September 2 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
This seminar offers healthcare providers an overview of PDMP guidelines, their strengths and limitations, and practical guidelines on how to best utilize information provided by PDMPs in clinical practice.
Register.
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MGMA Webinar: ICD-10 FINAL COUNTDOWN: READY OR NOT, HERE IT COMES
September 8 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Learn tips on what to cram for and who should cram before October 1, 2015, how to manage ICD-9 and ICD-10 claim coding simultaneously, and anticipated pitfalls to be prepared for once October 1, 2015 arrives. Register online.
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Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Certified Medical Examiner Training
September 19 from 8:30am to 4:00pm at The New Jersey Association of Osteopathic Physicians
and Surgeons conference center. More information.
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CTCA Forum and Tour: An Introduction to Cancer Diagnostic and Treatment for Primary Care Physicians
September 19 from 8:00am to 1:30pm
1331 E. Wyoming Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Cancer Treatment Centers of America has spent the last few years gathering feedback from physicians just like you and we heard that you wanted more information about oncology care in your own practice. This fall, CTCA Philadelphia invites you to learn from a variety of oncology experts on cancer care from screening to diagnosis and how to improve outcomes in patients living with cancer.
For more Information and to register visit, www.ctcaforumcme.org
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New Jersey Celebrates Recovery, organized by the Help Not Handcuffs Campaign, aims to bring statewide awareness about substance use, recovery, propose solutions, discuss obstacles and offer resources for recovery. Join them as New Jersey Celebrates Recovery at the iconic Paramount Theatre on the Asbury Park Boardwalk on Sunday, September 20th. More information.
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2014 PQRS quality measures will be publicly reported on the Physician Compare website later this year. CMS will host a series of one-hour webinars explaining the reporting and the Physician Compare website. The webinars will be offered multiple times with the same information. The following dates are available:
- Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at 1:00 pm ET/ 10:00 am PT
- Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at 4:00 pm ET/ 1:00 pm PT
- Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 11:00 am ET/8:00 am PT
Register for a session.
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Novitas Solutions will host their 2015 Medicare Symposium in our area on the following dates:
- November 10, 2015 - East Windsor, NJ
More information.
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Renew your dues ONLINE by October 15, 2015 and receive a 5% discount on your state dues!
When prompted enter discount code msnj5, then click "update price."
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LET THE COUNTDOWN BEGIN! Less Than 1 Year Away Until MSNJ's 250th Anniversary!
Save the date for the Inaugural Gala where we will celebrate our 250 year anniversary!
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ICD-10 Deadline is only 34 days away!
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| Reminder: The next Board of Trustees meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 10, 2015 at 6:30pm.
As ICD-10 is approaching quickly, Horizon NJ Health is working closely with providers to facilitate a smooth transition from ICD9 to ICD10. Effective 10/1/15, submission of ICD-10 codes is mandatory. Horizon NJ will provide an overview of ICD-10 and its impact on the provider community.
Sandra Walters Muschett - Senior Manager, Physician Contracting & Servicing.
Her responsibilities include development and management of the professional providers. This includes, recruitment, contracting and servicing activities for the physician network.
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News
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State Board Vacancy
The Motor Vehicle Commission is looking to fill vacancies for physicians who serve on its Medical Review Unit. They seek physicians in the following specialties: cardiology, gerontology, endocrinology and psychiatry. The Medical Review Unit is responsible for identifying high-risk drivers and taking appropriate administrative action when medical or physical conditions may compromise a driver's ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. More information.
If interested in serving on the board, please contact Mishael Azam at mazam@msnj.org or 609-896-1766 ext. 207.
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| MSNJ Recognizes Overdose Awareness Day on August 31. Read more.
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Lack of Competition in Medicare Advantage Plans
A recent report from the Commonwealth Fund finds that there is a lack of competition in Medicare Advantage plans and suggests that this may worsen with private insurer consolidation. Read more.
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| Employers Take Action to Avoid ACA's Cadillac Plan Tax
The Affordable Care Act's high-cost plan tax takes effect in 2018. The Kaiser Family Foundation reports that employers are beginning to change their plans to avoid the tax by increasing cost sharing and eliminating benefits. At the same time, Congress considers legislation to repeal the tax. Read more.
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| FairHealth Releases ASC Facility Data Module
FairHealth, an independent non-profit organization, has announced its new ASC Benchmarks Module. It is based on ASC-specific facility charges, supported by more than 5 million private insurance claims and updated twice annually with new charge data. Click here for more product information.
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Legislative Update
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Out of Network Legislation
MSNJ continues to fight against legislation that would unfairly reduce physician payments and contract negotiation footing. MSNJ is part of a coalition of providers who favor disclosure and transparency from providers and payers, but oppose fee schedules and mandatory arbitration. MSNJ continues to advocate for a non-binding dispute resolution process. See recent press coverage.
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Practice Management
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New ICD-10 Clinical Concepts Guides
CMS has developed new ICD-10 Clinical Concepts Guides for the following specialties:
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Ready Set Code! ICD-10 Webinar Workshops
The compliance date for implementation of ICD-10 is October 1, 2015. Will you be ready? MSNJ and the New Jersey Hospital Association will host a series of specialty specific webinar workshops on ICD-10. These hands-on coding workshops will help you master ICD-10-CM and the documentation requirements associated with coding for your specialty-specific practice. Participants will gain an understanding of the code format and structure of ICD-10 and the ability to successfully assign diagnosis codes using ICD-10. Choose one workshop that best describes your practice. Each 2-hour Specialty Workshop will be repeated on two different dates/times for your convenience. All workshops are approved for 2 AAPC CEUs. More information and registration.
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Telehealth Services Updated in Medicare Reference Manual
Chapter 30 in the Medicare Reference Manual has been updated to add new codes to the list of eligible telehealth services, effective January 1, 2015. Read the updated manual.
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Novitas Releases Articles to Help You to "Increase Your Bottom Line"
Novitas Solutions has started to roll out a series of "Increasing Your Bottom Line" articles geared specifically to help Medicare Part B providers submit Medicare Part B claims accurately the first time. The next article, "Increasing Your Bottom Line: Using Modifiers GW and GV Correctly in Conjunction with Hospice Related Services" is now available.
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Healthcare Law Firm:
Frier Levitt, LLC - Bronze Level Partner
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Consulting/Practice Management:
MDSuccess - Bronze Level Partner
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Member Resource Guide
Check out the current MSNJ Member Resource Guide! Inside, you will find a complete listing of partners by service/product category, along with contact information. Also, be sure to check out the individual Corporate Partner pages on our website as some offer additional discounts to members!
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
(o) 609-896-1766 e-mail:
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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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