CMS is announcing the results of the first Qualifying APM Participant (QP) determinations based on eligible clinician participation in the 2017 Advanced Alternative Payment Models (APMs). APMA encourages members to use the new interactive look-up tool where many 2017 Advanced APM participants can look up their QP status based on calculations from claims with dates of service between January 1, 2017 and March 31, 2017, for the first QP snapshot.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has withdrawn a proposed demonstration project that would have changed the Medicare Part B drug payment model. 

Last week, the Senate passed the Creating High-Quality Results and Outcomes Necessary to Improve Chronic Care Act of 2017 (CHRONIC), which expands the range of telehealth services available to patients.

Monday, October 2, was the deadline for physician practices to start collecting performance data under the "pick your pace" options under MIPS. 

Many physicians still feel unprepared to meet the requirements of MIPS. 

Despite a desire among patients for electronic billing, the majority of healthcare providers continue to send paper bills, according to a new report.

According to a new study in Health Affairs, a positive work environment can do much to increase physician morale.

Podiatrists can help seniors to maintain their mobility and relieve the pain association with different conditions related to aging. 

A new form of minimally invasive bunion surgery, developed by a New York-based podiatrist, involves no broken bones. 

For a variety of foot problems, early treatment by a podiatrist can reduce complications down the road. 

A podiatrist shares tips on selecting and caring for winter boots. 

Being active can take its toll on your feet—increasing the risk of problems like blisters, sprains, tendon pain and fungal infections such as athletes foot. 

According to a survey of practicing female physicians, nearly half said they were evaluated differently from men during the hiring process. 

Recent reports suggest a downward trend in physician income across specialties. 

Funding for the Children's Health Insurance Program, which covers 9 million American children lapsed on September 30. 

Despite increased efforts on the part of healthcare providers to improve patient engagement, a majority of health-care consumers reported no increase in satisfaction over the past two years.