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Dispelling ICD-10 Myths

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) wants to dispel some of the myths…

ICD-10 Help From NCTracks

NCTracks Medicaid claims system staff is gearing up for the transition to ICD-10, and offers this…

BCBSNC ICD-10 Provider Readiness Survey

From Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina This ICD-10 conversion readiness survey is being…

What Does A Patient Safety Organization Offer?

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) enacted the Patient Safety & Quality…

In the News

Huge Medicare Appeals Backlog Draws Senate Scrutiny, ModernHealthCare, 4-28-15 How Is the…

Learning Opportunities

Diagnostic Error…It Happens! The NCQC Patient Safety Organization invites you to their May 5…

NCMS Leads Medicaid Reform Efforts

The North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) has been leading the charge toward meaningful Medicaid…

General Assembly Considers Changes To NC Medical Board Law

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3 Percent Medicaid Retroactive Rate Reduction to Begin April 23

The NC Department of Health and Human Services issued a special Bulletin to Medicaid providers last…

CMS Proposal Seeks to Streamline EHR Incentive Programs

On Friday, April 10, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a new proposed…

CMS Certifies NCTracks Paving Way for Higher Federal Payments to State

NCTracks, the claims payment system implemented by the North Carolina Department of Health and…

NC Medical Care Advisory Committee Seeks Nominees

The Medical Care Advisory Committee (MCAC), which advises the Director of the NC Department of…

NCMS President Schaaf Receives Order of the Long Leaf Pine

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Practice in Pennsylvania in the Last Six Years? You May Get a Refund Payment

If you practiced in Pennsylvania in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, or 2014, you may be eligible for a…

Tomorrow Is Health Care Decisions Day

North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed tomorrow, Thursday, April 16, 2015 Health Care…

Credible — Newest NCMS Gold Level Partner

Nominees Sought For Physician Community Service Award

The North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) is accepting nominations for the E. Harvey Estes, Jr.,…

Anderson Award Open for Nominations

The North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) is accepting nominations for the John Huske Anderson…

Problem Solved: Are There Guidelines For Closing Or Departing a Medical Practice?

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NCMS Plan Health Promotion Coordinator Named To Top 100

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In the News

Prescription Drug Spending Jumps 13% To Record $374 billion in 2014, The Los Angeles Times,……

Learning Opportunities

NCMS Legislative Update, TOMORROW, Thursday, April 16, noon- 1p.m. Join Jennifer Gasperini, NCMS…

NCMS Helps Dozens of Practices Improve Care and Increase Revenue

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Where Do We Stand With the SGR?

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CQU Class of 2016 Announced

Seven teams from across the state have been named to participate in the 2015-16 Clinical Quality…

New Resources from the Toward Accountable Care Consortium

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NC Doctors’ Day Tribute Cards Benefit the NCMS Foundation

Donors contributed hundreds of dollars to purchase tribute cards and e-cards to thank a special…

Have You Considered Joining a Patient Safety Organization?

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) enacted the Patient Safety & Quality…

Need PQRS Reporting Help? This is Free!

You may have received a negative payment adjustment letter from the Centers for Medicare and…

What Would You Like to Learn At The NCMS Annual Meeting?

Please take our quick survey to let us know what CME you would like at the 2015 NCMS Annual…

Problem Solved: Are Category 2 CME Hours Required?

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Online Courses Help You Gain a Better Understanding of the MOST Form

The North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) Foundation in conjunction with the North Carolina…

Register Now for the Ob/Gyn 2015 Annual Meeting, April 17-19

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Kudos to Two Leadership College Alumni

Two graduates of the North Carolina Medical Society Foundation’s Leadership College were recently…

Tax Scam Is Back; Be Prepared

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In the News

HHS Takes Strong Steps To Address Opioid-Drug Related Overdose, Death and Dependence, HHS Press…

Learning Opportunities

Behavioral Health and Faith Summit, April 16, 8:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., Greensboro College, 815 W.…

Funding for National Health Service Corps Set to Expire

Founded in 1972, the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) was designed to bring primary care health…

Cast Your Vote for NC Doctor of the Year

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NC ACO Collaborative Draws Crowd to Raleigh

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Honor a Special Physician for NC Doctors’ Day 2015!

Join in the NC Doctors’ Day fun by sending the outstanding physician in your life a NC Doctors’ Day…

NCMS Hosts Successful NC Medical Group Managers Advocacy Conference

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Don’t Miss Meaningful Use Attestation

March 20 is the last day to attest to meaningful use for the Medicare EHR Incentive Program’s 2014…

Gain a Better Understanding of the MOST Form With These Online Courses

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Problem Solved: CMV Certification

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Wanted: Nominations for NCMS & AMA Leadership Positions

The Nominating and Leadership Development Committee is seeking nominations from physician members…

NC Ob/Gyn Society To Honor Dr. Harold C. Pollard, III

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"Operation Medicine Drop" This Saturday in Cary

The Town of Cary Police Department joins the North Carolina Department of Insurance, the North…

In the News

Supreme Court Ruling On Affordable Care Act Could Leave Thousands In North Carolina Without…

Learning Opportunities

NCMS Plan Free Wellness Webinar: Using the Six Principles of Influence to Optimize Employee Health…