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Physician groups and others are hoping to take advantage of the delay in implementation with regard to E/M coding to advocate for further changes.

 

Editor’s note: APMA (and the entire podiatry profession) is celebrating a major advocacy win! The final rule does not include the originally proposed podiatry-specific E/M codes, which would have reimbursed at a significantly lower rate for DPMs than for other physicians.

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/physician-groups-hope-to-work-cms-e-m-implementation to view the full article online.

 
The 2019 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule final rule includes a number of new rules related to MACRA.

 

Editor’s note: Don’t miss APMA’s 2019 Medicare PFS Final Rule webinar on December 6. Register today!

Visit https://revcycleintelligence.com/news/exploring-changes-to-the-quality-payment-program-in-2019 to view the full article online.

 
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According to a recent survey, more than 80 percent of physicians have been targeted by cybercriminals, most frequently through the use of “phishing” attacks.

Visit https://wire.ama-assn.org/practice-management/5-things-you-didn-t-know-about-health-care-cybersecurity to view the full article online.

 
It's important to maintain focus on the patient relationship when practices consider the use of new technology.

Visit http://www.medicaleconomics.com/technology/time-use-technology-not-be-used-it-build-trust-relationships to view the full article online.

 
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On ballot initiatives, three states approved Medicaid expansion, while one--Montana--rejected it.

Visit https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/strategy/healthcare-winners-and-losers-election-night-2018 to view the full article online.

 
None of the health-care leaders surveyed by Capital One predicted a decrease in performance for their business over the next 12 months.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/healthcare-leaders-optimistic-about-business-performance-expect-it-continue to view the full article online.

 
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The American Podiatric Medical Association's new Today's Podiatrist diabetes campaign will educate the public about diabetes and its complications in the feet, as well as the value of a podiatrist in preventing and managing those complications.

Visit https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/todays-podiatrist-is-a-critical-member-of-the-diabetes-care-team-300742490.html to view the full article online.

 
Paying attention to the shoe's heel cup, amount of cushioning and arch support can help people with plantar fasciitis select the most appropriate footwear.

 

Editor’s note: Download our digital brochure on heel pain, which can be customized you’re your practice information.

Visit https://footwearnews.com/2018/focus/health/how-to-shop-shoes-relieve-plantar-fasciitis-foot-pain-1202703119/ to view the full article online.

 
The American Podiatric Medical Association’s Seal Program recognizes products that are beneficial to foot health.

 

Editor's note: Check out the latest list of APMA Seal-Accepted footwear and recommend these products to your patients.

Visit https://www.travelandleisure.com/style/shoes/apma-podiatrist-recommended-walking-shoes-for-men to view the full article online.

 
Common causes of arch pain include tendonitis, stress fracture and plantar fasciitis.

Visit https://www.runnersworld.com/health-injuries/a24474074/foot-arch-pain/ to view the full article online.

 
Telehealth, which can include a number of types of interactions with patients, will only continue to grow, according to one expert.

 

Editor’s note: Read APMA’s telemedicine issue brief, results of our nationwide teledoc survey, and more on this emerging trend in medicine.

Visit https://www.renalandurologynews.com/lugpa-2018-annual-meeting/telehealth-may-offer-urology-practices-opportunities-to-expand/article/812477/ to view the full article online.

 
Helping patients better understand their own care and treatment can lead to better outcomes.

Visit https://www.modernhealthcare.com/article/20181103/NEWS/181109994/healthcare-industry-slow-to-improve-patient-health-literacy to view the full article online.

 
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