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April 9, 2014 | Issue 85 |
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Government Affairs
Pharmacists Push for Law to Vaccinate Children over 7
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National pharmacy chains and the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association want to see passage of House Bill 776 or Senate Bill 819, which would allow pharmacists and pharmacy interns to provide all injectable products to children over 7 years of age. Current Pennsylvania law allows them to provide injections only to those over 18. The PAFP, along with the Pennsylvania chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Pennsylvania Medical Society, has been opposed to these bills due to concerns with the complexities of childhood vaccines and “catch-up” schedules, adverse reaction protocols, and primary care physician notification issues.
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Practice Advocacy
CMS Retiring 1500 (08/05) Claim Form
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The dual-use period in which Medicare would accept the old CMS 1500 (08/05) or the new CMS 1500 (02/12) will come to an end March 31, 2014. Beginning April 1, 2014, all paper claims must be on 1500 (02/12) form to avoid rejection. This revised form adds new functionality for differentiating between ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, expansion for number of possible diagnosis codes to 12, and qualifiers to identify ordering, referring, or supervising provider roles. Instructions for completing the new form can be found in the Medicare Claims Processing Manual.
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Education
New Live DOT Training Coming to Harrisburg
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If you missed our live DOT Medical Examiner Training in Hershey, the PAFP is offering another live training course on Saturday, May 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Best Western Premier in Harrisburg. Upon completion, you will receive your certificate of training needed for the exam. Seating is limited:register today!
Congratulations for passing the certification test!: Viharika Bakshi, MD; Mark Bollinger, MD; Krista Civiletti, MD; Amy Diamond, MD; Esmeralda Del Rosario, MD; Gus Geraci, MD; Stephen Leibensperger, MD; Thor Mathos, MD; Collier Nix, MD; Gary Russell, MD; Jason Tronetti, MD; Kevin Wong, MD; Edward Zurad, MD. |
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Public Health
Tar Wars Poster Contest Submissions Due April 15
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Tar Wars is easy and fun opportunity to tell kids in your community why they should not smoke. The Tar Wars Poster Contest (managed by the PAFP Foundation) challenges kids to think about why it’s important to live tobacco-free and then express those thoughts through art. Send us your schools’ winning posters by April 15. Click here for details.
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Quality Improvement
Bill Delays ICD-10 Until 2015
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A recently passed bill delays the mandatory implementation of the ICD-10 coding system until 2015. While not the root cause, this delay does give providers more time to focus on the requirements of Stage 2 of Meaningful Use and more time to prepare for ICD-10 next year. Meaningful Use, as well as 2014 PQRS, are not included in this delay. This would be a good time to check on the status of your 2014 EHR technology and make sure you and your practice are continuing along the path to better EHR utilization.
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Residents & Students
Get Involved: Volunteer for PAFP Leadership Position
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Get involved with the PAFP and volunteer for a leadership position. Assembly discussions and elections will take place via web and conference call as scheduled:
? Resident Assembly will meet Thursday, April 17 at 8 p.m. Review the positions available and consider how best to devote your time, talents, and insights! Please RSVP to mtalley@pafp.com to register.
? Student Assembly met Tuesday, April 8. Thank you to those students who participated – the officer listing will be updated promptly.
Student Scholarships for AAFP National Conference August 7-9 online applications are open! Apply today and join the #FMRevolution this summer in Kansas City!
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PAFP Foundation Online Auction to Open Next Week
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Beginning Tuesday, April 15, visit www.biddingforgood.com/pafp to bid on great products and deals and support the PAFP Foundation! Check out our online catalog for more than 80 unique items which make great gifts for yourself or a friend. To bid in the auction, you must sign up to register. Don’t forget to share this auction link with your friends, family, and colleagues! All proceeds go directly to the Foundation’s programs and initiatives.
Practice Manager Workshops Coming Up
Don't forget, the PAFP is holding three conveniently located Practice Manager Workshops throughout the month of April! Learn about up-to-date topics which may affect your medical practice, state and federal regulations, and industry trends. Click here for details and to register.
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DAFP Invites You to Annual Scientific Assembly
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Save the date: the Delaware Academy of Family Physicians is hosting its 2014 Annual Scientific Assembly on Saturday, June 7. Click here for more information, including an events schedule. |
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