December 2010

Illinois Medicine EXPRESS

Illinois State Medical Society's flagship publication for members: a monthly recap of issues, trends and ISMS advocacy initiatives affecting Illinois physicians.

December 2010

Volume 11 Issue 12

THIS MONTH'S FEATURED ARTICLE

Special Legislative Update
Need for Physician Involvement Underscored in Veto Session

At press time, the Illinois General Assembly was in the midst of the busiest veto session in recent memory.

THIS ISSUE

REGULAR FEATURES

Congress Delays Medicare Cut, But Further Action Needed

Payment patch unravels January 1; patient care remains at risk.

Stay On Track With HIPAA Compliance

Be sure to clear the first HIPAA update hurdle

Cross the Premium Discount Finish Line!

Make tracks to www.ismie.com.

Medicare Billing Alerts

Prepare now for new coding and filing requirements.

AMA Interim Meeting Highlights

The latest dispatch from your delegation.

Verify Medicare Enrollment, Avoid Rejections

Don't get snowballed with rejected claims in 2011.

Fellowship Program Wrap Up for 2010

Complete online Fellowship exam by December 31.

Study Sounds Alarm for Future of Illinois Physician Workforce

"Hellhole" rep continues to repel residents.

Training for Aspiring Candidates, Campaigners

Send in your application - here's how.

Trustee Profile: Howard Axe, MD

"Don’t lose focus of the reason you are interested in medicine."

No lapse in benefits. No problem.

Resolution Submission Deadline for 2011 House of Delegates

Help shape the future of patient care.

President's Message
A Visit to the Corridors of Power

Quick Takes

Check Out the Safety Alerts Upgrade
Busy Doctors: Pause for a “Stress Check”

National Influenza Vaccination Week is December 5 - 11

New Member Roster

Dates to Note

Classifieds

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