Immunization Coding Update
First, some amazing news. I understood that it might happening, but I guess it's official: new admin codes:
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AAP Federal Health Care Reform Update #3
Siouxsie has given me another AAP Healthcare Reform update to continue our previous announcements. First, an important webinar:
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The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and Pediatricians
After receiving my third invite to a $450 "Learn What the ARRA Funding Will Do For You" seminar this week, I've decided to run a piece I wrote for the SOAPM newsletter that was released a few weeks ago. Of course, you can become a SOAPM member and ge...
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Changes to CME and Speaking Engagements
For years, I have unintentionally made the rounds of the pediatric speakers circuit, as many of you know. I enjoy the public speaking process simply because I learn so much and all of my best "material" comes from either being in an office or in fron...
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AAP Federal Health Care Reform Update #2
Just yesterday, we had an update from the AAP about how healthcare reform items are taking shape in Washington. Now, we have a new one, a little more fresh. The most important part is the "ACADEMY PERSPECTIVE" I think.
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UHC Buys Healthnet -D'oh!
OK, I admit that I missed the original headline. I was busy in FL at the Users' Conference. But here it is:
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AAP Federal Health Care Reform Update
Today, I share a memo from the Federal Affairs desk of the AAP that pediatricians and their staff should consider. Normally, I gloss over stuff like this (admit it, you do, too), but the comments Obama has made about child health are important and I ...
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CCHIT Followup
This is the blog that was never meant to be. Two times, now, I have lost the entire thing just before posting due to a quick trigger finger. Ay yi yi. I will fight the WWW Gods, though, and make it happen.
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Podcasts/Chip Hart
I've had a busy summer and just wrapped up my time at the Florida AAP chapter's "Future of Pediatrics" annual event. Thank you to those who stopped by to say hello! In a few short weeks, it will be time for the 2024 Pediatric CEO event, which I'm really excited for. I think there are a few seats left. I write, however, to draw your attention to two free resources that every pediatric practice should have bookmarked!
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