Benefits of Tort Reform Legislation Are Now Apparent

Three years after the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) was instrumental in pushing for…

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100 Legislative Days — With No End in Sight

Today marks the 100th day the North Carolina Legislature has been in session this year with no…

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ICD-10 Is Going to Happen This Time — Better Be Ready

In the final weeks before ICD-10 becomes the new coding reality on Oct. 1, the Centers for Medicare…

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Understand the Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule

The North Carolina Medical Society’s (NCMS) Director of Health Policy Jennifer Gasperini has…

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More Resources Available for Specialists Interested in ACOs

The latest cohort of Toward Accountable Care (TAC) guides are now available on the TAC website:…

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2015 MAC Satisfaction Indicator Survey — Please Share Your Opinions!

There is still time to share your views on Palmetto GBA, but don't delay since the survey will…

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CMS Posts 2014 Open Payments Financial Data

From CMS Reports The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) posted data for all 2014…

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Medicare and Medicaid Turn 50 Tomorrow

On July 30, 1965, President Lyndon Johnson signed legislation amending the Social Security Act and…

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Trustees: Medicare Solvent Until 2030

The Medicare Trustees have projected the trust fund that finances Medicare’s hospital insurance…

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Where the NCMB Stands on MOL and CME

The following article is from the North Carolina Medical Board (NCMB) The topic of how best to…

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Consider Applying to Our Pilot Health Care Leadership and Management Program

The Kanof Institute for Physician Leadership has begun accepting applications for the pilot of its…

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Now Accepting Resolutions for HOD Consideration

In accordance with the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) Bylaws, all resolutions to be…

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Weigh-in Today With Your Thoughts on Obesity As a Disease

Robert Carels, Ph.D., MBA, a professor and the Director of Clinical Training for the Clinical…

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In the News

Another Health Care Data Breach, USA Today, 7-25-15 What the Anthem-Cigna Merger Means for North…

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Learning Opportunities

Palmetto GBA will host the next Part B Ask the Contractor Teleconference: ICD-10 -- Are You Ready?…

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Bowtie Briefing for July 24, 2015

Get the latest update on two bills, one impacting physician assistants and the other on how you…

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HEALTH ALERT: 18 Cases of Illness Due to Heroin Mixed with Clenbuterol

The North Carolina Division of Public Health (NC DPH) currently is  investigating 18 cases of…

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Get your weekly advocacy "Bowtie Briefing" from NCMS Legislative Director Chip Baggett

To help you stay informed about what is going on at the North Carolina General Assembly and how it…

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Submit Your Resolutions for Annual Meeting Now

In accordance with the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) Bylaws, all resolutions to be…

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Comparing the Medicaid Reform Bills and Where the NCMS Stands

With the General Assembly back in session after the July 4th break, Medicaid reform will once again…

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Implementation of MACRA Has Started

Last week, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the first proposed update…

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NCMS Helps Injured Workers Get The Medical Care They Need

Only two weeks have passed since the updated workers’ comp medical fee schedule took effect on July…

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DMA Details Changes to Payment of Crossover Claims

The North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance (DMA) today sent a letter  to providers detailing…

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Resources Update: Just 77 Days Until ICD-10 Becomes a Reality

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced they will allow for…

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Watch for Info on NCMS By-Laws Updates

Soon we will post the proposed updates to the North Carolina Medical Society’s (NCMS) by-laws…

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AMA Study Reveals Independent Practice is Still the Prevalent Model

The American Medical Association’s (AMA) Division of Economic and Health Policy Research recently…

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One Week Left to Apply to Leadership College

The deadline to apply for Leadership College 2016 is a week from today -- July 22, 2015. Don't miss…

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BCBS Rate Increase Request Not Off-Set by ACA Reimbursements

A July 7 article in the Raleigh News & Observer reported that Blue Cross and Blue Shield of…

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Alan Skipper Inaugurated As AENC President

Our own North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) Director of Specialty Society an

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Be 'On Call' For This Fun and Helpful Event

The North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) is once again joining with our friends at the Pitt County…

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In the News

'Surgeon Scorecard' Measures Docs By Complications, USA Today, 7-14-15 Leaked Document: Nearly One…

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Learning Opportunities

The NCTracks training being offered in July is for providers of services from the Division of…

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Application Deadline Extended for Review Panel of NC Medical Board

The North Carolina Review Panel for Nominating Members of the North Carolina Medical Board (NCMB)…

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New Workers’ Comp Physician Fee Schedule Takes Effect

Today, July 1, the new workers' compensation medical fee schedule becomes effective, marking the…

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NCMS’ Statement On US Supreme Court’s Ruling on King v. Burwell

When the US Supreme Court's ruling on the King v. Burwell challenge to the subsidy provision in…

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Accountable Care Investment Model Announced By CMS

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced expansion of new…

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Payment Data for 2014 Now Public

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) yesterday published 2014 Open Payments data…

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ICD-10 is Coming. Are You Ready?

To help ensure that you are ready for the Oct. 1, 2015 implementation of the new ICD-10 codes, The…

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NC Health Department Updates Screening Guidelines for International Travelers

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), no new Ebola cases have been identified in…

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NCMS Offerings Abound This Summer

Asheville-area members take note: you're invited to our Membership Mixer! Join the NCMS and…

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NCMS Plan Dental with MetLife

Over 250 NCMS Plan practices are enrolled in the MetLife group dental program. With nine different…

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Weigh-in With Your Thoughts on Obesity As a Disease

Robert Carels, Ph.D., MBA, a professor and the Director of Clinical Training for the Clinical…

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MDs Needed to Speak to High School Students About Medical Specialties

The National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine is seeking doctors who are interested in speaking…

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