As 2020 comes to a close, APMA wishes its members, partners and other podiatric medical professionals a safe and happy holiday season. We hope you enjoy this special "year in review" issue of APMA News Brief, with a look at the most-clicked content from 2020. Our regular publication will resume Thursday, Jan. 7, 2020.
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APMA is reviewing the CY 2021 MPFS Final Rule CMS released December 1. We are pleased to confirm that the changes to office/other outpatient E/M coding APMA advocated for will indeed take effect in 2021.
The DERMACLOSE Continuous External Tissue Expander device facilitates rapid tissue movement to reduce or reapproximate wounds. After the initial application has been completed the DERMACLOSE device does not require any additional tightening. Once the desired tissue expansion has occurred the device(s) can be removed and the wound can be closed with suture or staples.
Talar Medical is a group purchasing organization that houses 31 of the best vendors in Podiatric medicine to bring you discounted pricing in one easy to use portal. Working with some of the best minds in the Podiatric space, Talar is a place that teaches physicians and staff how to implement the best products and protocols into practice. Our membership is free, and you can receive a free cost analysis!
A new study suggests that burnout is not the result of a lack of resilience among physicians.
Editor's note: Need relief during the COVID-19 crisis? Visit www.apma.org/wellbeing for new resources to help you in managing physician burnout during this troubling time.
Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC, has issued a new Local Coverage Article, “Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care,” with coding guidance for clinicians who provide foot care services to Noridian beneficiaries. Practice in a Noridian state or territory? Review this document to ensure correct coding and compliance when providing nail care and callus care.
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