APMA News Brief

A new website from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is geared toward streamlining the quality data submission process for physicians. 

Visit http://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/cms-unveils-new-portal-macra-reporting to view the full article online.

On Dec. 28, 2017, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued a memo to clarify its position on physician texting of patient information. 

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/cms-to-docs-texting-orders-banned-with-a-clarification/513914/ to view the full article online.

From CPT to ICD-10-CM, it's important for physicians to understand the meanings behind key coding acronyms. 

Visit https://www.healio.com/orthopedics/business-of-orthopedics/news/print/orthopedics-today/%7Bfa04082f-4b70-400d-a538-7842d8b81edd%7D/what-is-in-that-alphabet-soup-deciphering-coding-acronyms-to-support-reimbursement to view the full article online.

Although fee-for-service continued to be the most prominent source of revenue for physician practices, a majority of practices engaged in value-based reimbursement as well. 

Visit https://revcycleintelligence.com/news/nearly-71-of-practice-revenue-under-fee-for-service-in-2016 to view the full article online.

To achieve the goals you've set for your practice, consider the time frame, potential obstacles, and how to measure your progress. 

Visit http://www.mdmag.com/physicians-money-digest/practice-management/goal-achievement-for-your-practice to view the full article online.

Tips include avoiding complicated financial products, recognizing your insurance needs and understanding the tax ramifications of your investment decisions. 

Visit http://medicaleconomics.modernmedicine.com/medical-economics/news/10-money-mistakes-physicians-must-avoid to view the full article online.

In selling a physician practice for its optimum value, a number of factors come into play. 

Visit http://medicaleconomics.modernmedicine.com/medical-economics/news/5-ways-increase-value-medical-practice to view the full article online.

Limiting interruptions can keep physicians focused on the task at hand and reduce errors. 

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/3-tips-for-reducing-staff-interruptions to view the full article online.

Repealing the Affordable Care Act remains a top priority for some conservative groups. 

Visit http://thehill.com/business-a-lobbying/367153-conservative-groups-push-for-2018-repeal-of-obamacare to view the full article online.

According to a white paper from Merritt Hawkins, nearly half of all physicians are 55 or older. 

Visit http://www.healthleadersmedia.com/physician-leaders/us-physician-workforce-getting-old-fast to view the full article online.

To treat toenail fungus, start first with a full medical history and physical exam, according to Mark Hinkes, DPM.

Visit https://www.rd.com/health/conditions/treat-toenail-fungus-podiatrist/ to view the full article online.

A podiatrist discusses treatments to common foot problems, such as discolored toenails and athlete's foot. 

Visit https://www.womenshealthmag.com/beauty/toenails-and-your-health/slide/1 to view the full article online.

Proper footwear that has good traction and isn't constricting is important when running in wintry conditions. 

Visit https://www.thehour.com/news/article/The-Running-Doc-Running-safely-in-winter-12448427.php to view the full article online.

According to a survey, a majority of people who have visited a nail and hair salon reported at least one health issue following their visit. 

Visit https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/news/20171227/could-your-salon-visit-make-you-sick#1 to view the full article online.

Improper footwear can lead to a host of conditions, including bunions, hammertoes and Haglund's deformity. 

Visit http://www.miningjournal.net/life/2018/01/bumpy-heel-pain-real/ to view the full article online.

High-heeled boots can be hazardous to walk in when conditions are icy. 

Visit http://darien.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/well-heeled-love-your-feet-and-avoid-pain-this-winter/729772/ to view the full article online.