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CDC Drops Quarantine Recommendation for Those Exposed to
COVID
Instead of quarantining if you're exposed to COVID-19,
wear a high-quality mask for 10 days and get tested on or after day 5,
irrespective of vaccination status, the CDC suggested in revised COVID
guidelines issued Thursday. Read more
Monkeypox: What Bexar
County Doctors Need to Know
The United States now leads the world in Monkeypox
cases, with more than 6,300 of the 25,391 cases worldwide. Dallas has
the most cases in Texas, followed by Houston, Austin, and then San
Antonio, which has 13 cases as of this writing. From now on, Monkeypox
will belong in our differential diagnosis of herpes and other
unexplained rashes, especially when vesicular, pustular or nodular. For
the generalist, here is a quick
primer by public health.
New FAQ Offers
Information on Virtual Credit Card Payments
Federal authorities are clarifying the legality of
health plans paying claims through virtual credit cards, which
typically result in fees for practices. The Centers for Medicare &
Medicaid Services (CMS) has released an FAQ with
information on virtual credit card transactions in relation to HIPAA
requirements. For more information click here.
Medicare ACOs Face
Key Changes in Proposed Fee Schedule
In an effort to boost participation in accountable care
organizations (ACOs), Medicare has significant changes to its shared
savings program on tap in the proposed 2023 physician fee schedule, and
TMA reviews the details of the proposed regulation and will submit
comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Read More
2022 BCMS Leadership
Series
2022 BCMS Leadership Series is now enrolling
participants. Develop your leadership skills to advance your career and
enhance your team and work environment. Topics include Fundamentals of
Leadership, Design Thinking and Leadership, Traits of High-performing
Leaders, Economics of the Health Care Industry, and more. Five Saturday
classes held 8 a.m. to noon every other week beginning August 27. $500
enrollment fee. Enroll Now!
FREE PPE Still
Available from BCMS
Do you need PPE For your practice? Let us help!
Physician practices in need of PPE, please click here to
indicate your PPE needs. Requests are filled as donated supplies are
available.
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