Benefits of Tort Reform Legislation Are Now Apparent
Three years after the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) was instrumental in pushing for…
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…
Pulse Check: Will You Be Ready for ICD-10 on October 1?
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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…
Understand the Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
The North Carolina Medical Society’s (NCMS) Director of Health Policy Jennifer Gasperini has…
More Resources Available for Specialists Interested in ACOs
The latest cohort of Toward Accountable Care (TAC) guides are now available on the TAC website:…
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…
CMS Posts 2014 Open Payments Financial Data
From CMS Reports The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) posted data for all 2014…
Medicare and Medicaid Turn 50 Tomorrow
On July 30, 1965, President Lyndon Johnson signed legislation amending the Social Security Act and…
Trustees: Medicare Solvent Until 2030
The Medicare Trustees have projected the trust fund that finances Medicare’s hospital insurance…
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…
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…
Now Accepting Resolutions for HOD Consideration
In accordance with the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) Bylaws, all resolutions to be…
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…
In the News
Another Health Care Data Breach, USA Today, 7-25-15 What the Anthem-Cigna Merger Means for North…
Learning Opportunities
Palmetto GBA will host the next Part B Ask the Contractor Teleconference: ICD-10 -- Are You Ready?…
Bowtie Briefing for July 24, 2015
Get the latest update on two bills, one impacting physician assistants and the other on how you…
ICD-10: Will You Be Ready? Take the One-Question Survey
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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…
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…
Submit Your Resolutions for Annual Meeting Now
In accordance with the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) Bylaws, all resolutions to be…
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…
Implementation of MACRA Has Started
Last week, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the first proposed update…
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…
DMA Details Changes to Payment of Crossover Claims
The North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance (DMA) today sent a letter to providers detailing…
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…
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…
AMA Study Reveals Independent Practice is Still the Prevalent Model
The American Medical Association’s (AMA) Division of Economic and Health Policy Research recently…
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…
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…
Alan Skipper Inaugurated As AENC President
Our own North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) Director of Specialty Society an
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…
In the News
'Surgeon Scorecard' Measures Docs By Complications, USA Today, 7-14-15 Leaked Document: Nearly One…
Learning Opportunities
The NCTracks training being offered in July is for providers of services from the Division of…
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)…
New Workers’ Comp Physician Fee Schedule Takes Effect
Today, July 1, the new workers' compensation medical fee schedule becomes effective, marking the…
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…
Accountable Care Investment Model Announced By CMS
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced expansion of new…
Payment Data for 2014 Now Public
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) yesterday published 2014 Open Payments data…
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…
NC Health Department Updates Screening Guidelines for International Travelers
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), no new Ebola cases have been identified in…
NCMS Offerings Abound This Summer
Asheville-area members take note: you're invited to our Membership Mixer! Join the NCMS and…
NCMS Plan Dental with MetLife
Over 250 NCMS Plan practices are enrolled in the MetLife group dental program. With nine different…
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…
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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