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The latest news from the Medical Association of Georgia

MAG/GSMA condemn violence and systemic oppression and won't tolerate inequality, injustice, racism

6/4/2020

MAG members named to Leadership Atlanta’s 2021 class

6/4/2020

AMA issues statement addressing police brutality

6/2/2020

HHS clarifies ‘CARES Act’ fund attestation process, deadline

6/1/2020

DPH COVID-19 contract tracing webinar now online

5/30/2020

AMA shows support for ‘Coronavirus Provider Protection Act’

5/30/2020

Gov. Kemp extends renew the state of emergency through July 12

5/29/2020

‘Top Docs’ addresses crucial need to increase Georgia’s tobacco tax

5/28/2020

‘Top Docs’ features Sen. Ben Watson on COVID-19 & General Assembly

5/27/2020

CoVIg-19 Plasma Alliance grows, calls for plasma donations

5/26/2020

Georgia DPH to host webinar on COVID-19 tracing program

5/22/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ features Congressional candidate Rep. Kevin Tanner

5/22/2020

AMA supporting bill requiring insurers to cover telehealth

5/22/2020

‘Top Docs’ looks at COVID-19 from array of M.D. perspectives

5/20/2020

ALA Georgia to conduct virtual fundraiser thru June 20

5/20/2020

AMA: HHS updates ‘Provider Relief Fund’ FAQ

5/18/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ features Congressional candidate Dr. Rich McCormick

5/18/2020

‘Top Docs’ offers first-hand account of COVID-19 illness, hospitalization & recovery

5/18/2020

AMA expresses support for “many” ‘HEROES Act’ provisions

5/18/2020

Media report: 'CDC alerts doctors to COVID-19 linked condition in children'

5/15/2020

AMA issues antibody testing guidance, calls for more ACO options

5/15/2020

Webinar on MAG’s new health insurance plan now available

5/14/2020

Expert M.D. addresses how COVID-19 affects patients with SUD on new ‘Top Docs’

5/14/2020

Physicians Foundation names new CEO

5/14/2020

Gov. issues order providing physicians with more legal liability protection

5/13/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ features Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick, M.D. discussing COVID-19

5/12/2020

AMA supporting COVID-19 IMG, student debt relief bills

5/12/2020

DPH: COVID-19 testing now available for all Georgians

5/8/2020

HHS extends deadline for attestation/acceptance of T&C for relief fund payments to 45 days

5/7/2020

GAMPAC to host virtual fundraiser for Georgia Senate candidate W. Scott Bohlke, M.D

5/6/2020

AMA & MAG leaders weigh in on key federal advocacy issues

5/6/2020

Free MAG Health Plan webinar scheduled for May 14

5/5/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ features Georgia Senate candidate Michelle Au, M.D.

5/5/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ features surgeon discussing COVID-19’s effects

5/4/2020

New Georgia ‘Physician Loan Repayment Programs’ summary

5/4/2020

CMS to increase pay for audio-only Medicare visits

5/2/2020

DPH releases PPE vendor list

4/29/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ features Georgia Senate candidate W. Scott Bohlke, M.D.

4/29/2020

AMA calls for CMS (AAP) & Congressional (HC coverage) action

4/29/2020

GAMPAC endorses Drs. Michelle Au & Scott Bohlke for Georgia Senate seats

4/29/2020

NCPC encouraging PCPs in underserved areas to complete DHT survey

4/28/2020

Media report: 'Orthopedic surgeon talks about secondary health care crisis from COVID-19 pandemic'

4/27/2020

Media report: 'Opinion: Health systems working together to combat COVID'

4/27/2020

HHS develops CARES Act Provider Relief Fund FAQ

4/27/2020

HHS to begin distributing second round of COVID-19 funds to hospitals/providers

4/26/2020

‘Top Docs’ looks at vaccinations & the need for strong physician/pharmacist relationships

4/26/2020

GRHIC/GPT offering access to telehealth platform for free for six months

4/24/2020

FBI & 3M issue alert addressing fake PPE

4/23/2020

CDC Foundation accepting applications for COVID Corps

4/23/2020

AMA flagging FCC COVID-19 funding opportunities

4/22/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ addresses COVID-19 polling & policy implications

4/21/2020

MAG mourns loss of former President Roy W. Vandiver, M.D.

4/21/2020

AMA urges governors to adopt protections for physicians

4/20/2020

MAG MRC COVID-19 Response Team deployed, seeks more volunteers

4/20/2020

AMA president addresses Georgia opioid task force

4/17/2020

MAG ‘Top Docs’ show on COVID-19 front line efforts

4/17/2020

ONDCP releases COVID-19 fact sheet

4/17/2020

GBHCW reopens physician loan program for two spots

4/17/2020

Physicians can use KONZA HIE for free thru 10/31

4/16/2020

DPH releases list of patient phone lines for DPH/county COVID test centers

4/16/2020

CMS, FDA & WH Task Force to host COVID call at 12:30 p.m. tomorrow

4/16/2020

Wellstar CSO to make presentation during free lung cancer screening webinar

4/16/2020

MAG calling for members to support COL Chair in bid for state senate

4/15/2020

DPH increasing number of COVID-19 specimen collection test sites

4/15/2020

MAG calls for Congress to take more steps to ensure accessibility of care

4/15/2020

Gov. issues order protecting HC workers from legal liability during COVID-19 outbreak

4/14/2020

HHS modifies terms & conditions for CARES Act emergency funds

4/14/2020

DEA issues exceptions for hospital/clinic regulations

4/13/2020

DPH releases CDC COVID-19 health care workforce update summary

4/13/2020

ABIM extends MOC deadline

4/13/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ features U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter addressing CARES Act/COVID-19

4/10/2020

HHS announces ‘immediate’ disbursement of first $30B in ‘CARES’ funding

4/10/2020

MAG’s president urges Congress to help doctors survive financial crisis

4/10/2020

GCMB institutes emergency telemedicine, CME & PA oversight rules

4/10/2020

‘Top Docs’ addresses ways for patients to obtain health insurance

4/9/2020

Georgia DPH: COVID cases/deaths have ‘steadily increased’ in recent days

4/9/2020

Angel Flight providing free COVID-19 medical/supply flights

4/8/2020

CMS issues recommendations for non-emergent/elective treatment

4/8/2020

MAG calls for immediate financial assistance for Medicare/Medicaid physicians

4/7/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ features MAG MRC/COVID-19 Response Team

4/16/2020

MAG among groups calling for DCH to accelerate/advance Medicaid pay

4/6/2020

MUSM COVID-19 team supporting people in Savannah, Macon & Columbus

4/6/2020

A MAG member’s suggestions to get health insurance

4/9/2020

Georgia DPH addresses need for social distancing

4/3/2020

Gov. Kemp issues order calling for Georgians to practice social distancing/sanitation

4/3/2020

MagMutual announces nine-month policy premium payment deferral option

4/2/2020

Georgia workers’ comp telemedicine fees schedule/codes posted

4/2/2020

DPH streamlines process for PPE requests

4/2/2020

MagMutual announces policy premium payment deferral option

4/2/2020

AMA releases ‘Cures Act’ & patient data/interoperability summaries

4/2/2020

DCH to host telehealth webinars for practice managers & billing staff

4/1/2020

Synovus releases ‘SBA Disaster Loan Comparison’ summary

4/1/2020

CMS unveils physician/hospital-friendly COVID-19 policies

4/2/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ highlights Smyrna’s efforts to combat COVID-19

4/1/2020

DPH releases post COVID-19 return to work guide

4/1/2020

CMS announces expansion of accelerated/advance Medicare payment program

4/1/2020

MagMutual Foundation donates $1M for policyholders

4/1/2020

Georgia AG addresses hoarding & price gouging

4/1/2020

CMS, FDA & White House TF to host call on COVID-19 therapeutics

4/1/2020

Congress passes COVID-19 bill with key physician, health system provisions

4/1/2020

ABMS reaffirms support for diplomates

4/1/2020

ACS issues COVID-19 information and advice for cancer patients

4/1/2020

The latest Georgia COVID-19 news/resources, including an urgent ACS resources survey

4/1/2020

AMA releases summary of key COVID-19 bill provisions

4/1/2020

Georgia IC urging COVID-19 patients to use telemed options

4/1/2020

AMA, APA & ASHSP weigh in on COVID-19 ordering, prescribing & dispensing

4/1/2020

MAG calling for Congress to include physicians in any COVID-19 bill

4/1/2020

MAG president to discuss COVID-19 on WSB Radio

4/1/2020

MAG thanks & applauds physicians on National Doctors’ Day

4/1/2020

AMA releases COVID-19 coding resources

4/1/2020

Georgia DOI: insurers ‘essential’ for ‘shelter in place’ purposes

4/1/2020

Gov. Kemp issues ‘shelter in place’ order for at-risk individuals

4/1/2020

GCCN establishes fund to support Georgia free/charity clinics

4/1/2020

MAG cancels 2020 legislative seminar

4/1/2020

‘Top Docs’ explores ‘Life as 4th-year medical student’ & MAG rotations

4/1/2020

Emory helps create free online COVID-19 risk assessment tool

4/1/2020

AMA, AHA & ANA urge president to use DPA to address COVID-19

4/1/2020

MAG MRC helps erect mobile hospital at Emory Midtown

4/1/2020

CMS granting QPP reporting exceptions & extensions

4/1/2020

MAG MRC identifying COVID-19 physician volunteers for Georgia Adjutant General

4/1/2020

Augusta University promoting free COVID-19 virtual screening tool

4/1/2020

MAG develops fact sheets on temporary telehealth rules & partial unemployment insurance

4/1/2020

Georgia DOI calls for insurers not to cancel policies for non-payment

4/1/2020

AMA presidents offer perspectives on COVID-19

4/1/2020

DCH waives certain Medicaid/PeachCare policies

4/1/2020

Physician groups unveil initiative to help physicians implement telehealth services

4/1/2020

GCMB passes emergency prescribing rule

4/1/2020

McKesson issues COVID-19 update

4/1/2020

Coffee Regional COVID-19 Office/Outpatient Protocols

4/1/2020

SBA emergency loans available for small Georgia businesses

4/1/2020

Gov., DPH & GEMA stressing need to prioritize COVID-19 tests

4/1/2020

DPH reports two additional COVID-19 deaths in Georgia

4/1/2020

Free ‘COVID-19 in ambulatory setting’ CME webinar to take place Friday

4/1/2020

DCH waives certain Medicaid telehealth/telemedicine policies

4/1/2020

Center for Injury Prevention & Control’s Scientific Counselors’ Board to host teleconference

4/1/2020

AMA: HHS will not seek certain HIPAA noncompliance penalties for telehealth

4/1/2020

President Trump expands telehealth benefits for medicare beneficiaries during COVID-19 outbreak

4/1/2020

MagMutual to remain ‘open and operational’

4/1/2020

PCOM Georgia students recognized for MAG rotation

4/1/2020

ABIM suspends spring assessments

4/1/2020

Whitfield/Murray CMS St. Patrick’s Day dinner canceled

4/1/2020

MAG provides free temp screenings at State Capitol

4/1/2020

What should you do if you think you’re experiencing COVID-19 symptoms?

4/1/2020

MAG MRC sets up mobile hospital to support state’s COVID-19 efforts

4/1/2020

‘Top Docs’ looks at trends in pain management & opioids

4/1/2020

AMA issues update on COVID-19 efforts, developments

4/1/2020

MAG staff to work from home until at least March 31

4/1/2020

MagMutual addresses COVID-19 surveillance, response

4/1/2020

WHO releases rational PPE use summary

4/1/2020

Media report: 'WHO declares COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic'

4/1/2020

DPH: ‘Five additional presumptive positive COVID-19 cases in Georgia’

4/1/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ show features Georgia Senate candidate Michelle Au, M.D.

4/1/2020

Georgia DOI issues directive to ‘waive barriers to care for COVID-19’

4/1/2020

DPH reports new cases of COVID-19 in Georgia

4/1/2020

Anthem plans waive member costs for COVID-19 testing

4/1/2020

CMS develops additional code for COVID-19 lab tests

4/1/2020

CMS announces actions to address COVID-19

4/1/2020

MAG introduces health insurance plan for member practices

4/1/2020

Media report: ‘Two in Fulton County test positive for coronavirus’

4/1/2020

U.S. Rep. Rick Allen addresses need to end surprise billing in op-ed

4/1/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ episode addresses vaping/e-cig risks

4/1/2020

Non-profit to host road races to support artists with autism

4/1/2020

‘Meet Mary’ video explains crucial need for Georgia tort reform

4/1/2020

MAG president speaks at press conference addressing tort reform bill

4/1/2020

CMS responds to physicians’ concerns over plans to address PA

4/1/2020

MAG encouraging legislators to pass tort reform (S.B. 415)

4/1/2020

‘Top Docs’ addresses new Georgia insurance contracts & surprise bills

4/1/2020

100-plus physicians/med students attend ‘Day at Capitol’

4/1/2020

Media report: 'Georgia female doctors lead the charge for better health care'

4/1/2020

Gov. Kemp welcomes AMA, ACP & AAP leaders

4/1/2020

Georgia House & Senate honor AMA, ACP & AAP leaders

4/1/2020

MAG encouraging lawmakers to pass crucial tort reform bill

4/1/2020

DPH reminding physicians to use SendSS to report STDs

4/1/2020

MAG’s president addresses crucial need for tort reform in Georgia

4/1/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ addresses Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential

4/1/2020

Emory to host annual ‘ESCAPE’ CME conference in June

4/1/2020

Hawks to host medical professionals’ night on 4/3

4/1/2020

MAG appreciates Ways & Means’ efforts to eliminate surprise bills

4/1/2020

MAG calling for practices to report new UHC take-it-or-leave-it terms ASAP

4/1/2020

Leading M.D.’s address lung cancer & screening on ‘Top Docs’

4/1/2020

House W&M releases ‘Surprise Medical Bills Act’ summaries

4/1/2020

MAG to launch health insurance plan for member practices

4/1/2020

GCCRT to host annual forum at Winship/Emory on March 10

4/1/2020

Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick, M.D., sponsors bill to save food program for vulnerable/homeless

4/1/2020

International authority addresses maternal mortality on ‘Top Docs’

4/1/2020

CMS demo to ‘give states tools to design innovative health coverage programs’

4/1/2020

Use AmazonSmile to support GPLA – it’s free & easy

4/1/2020

Georgia Rep. Silcox addresses 2020 General Assembly on ‘Top Docs’

4/1/2020

MAG president discusses flu, coronavirus on WSB Radio

4/1/2020

CMS leader updates Medicare PFS, E&M coding & QPP on ‘Top Docs’

4/1/2020

AMA: Georgia SC issues favorable ruling in key med-mal case

4/1/2020

MAG, AMA & others weigh in on CMS scope proposals

4/1/2020

Emory to host free ‘stigma of addition’ webinar on 1/27

4/1/2020

MAG member John Cowan, M.D., running for Congress

4/1/2020

MAA to host free town hall on ‘vaping phenomenon’

4/1/2020

MAG member Michelle Au, M.D., running for Georgia Senate seat

4/1/2020

MCG honors MAG members, Drs. Scott Bohlke & Neal Weintraub

4/1/2020

PAI submits comments on AKS/Stark proposed rule

4/1/2020

Anthem reaches new agreement with NGHS

4/1/2020

CMS issues alert on MIPS data submission & eligibility

4/1/2020

Georgia Supreme Court to consider key med-mal case

4/1/2020

Media report: 'Appeals court strikes ObamaCare mandate, sends case back to lower court'

4/1/2020

Expert M.D. addresses plant-based diets on new ‘Top Docs’ show

4/1/2020

DPH seeking ‘Hypertension Control Champions’

4/1/2020

Media report: 'Governor's emergency order to bring 30-bed mobile hospital unit to Grady'

4/1/2020

Georgia makes ‘Judicial Hellholes’ Top 10 list

4/1/2020

MAG issues statement addressing Ways & Means surprise bills plan

4/1/2020

Georgia Senate releases report on state’s legal climate

4/1/2020

AMA, MAG & others convince Walmart to delay EPSC policy

4/1/2020

AMA: Ways & Means surprise bills plan may 'offer improvements' over 'compromise'

4/1/2020

CMS flagging MIPS hardship, exception & virtual group deadlines

4/1/2020

MAG opposing flawed federal surprise medical bills 'compromise'

4/1/2020

DBHDD promoting free MAT waiver certification training

4/1/2020

ABMS distributes latest ‘Achieving the Vision’ update

5/18/2020

MAG submits letter to Georgia governor commenting on health insurance waivers

4/1/2020

Media report: '[Gov.] Kemp taps Kelly Loeffler, financial exec, to US Senate seat'

4/1/2020

MAG seeking nominations for organized medical staff section

4/1/2020

MSM seeking candidates for leadership fellowship program

4/1/2020

MAG seeks feedback on state’s waiver proposals by next Monday

4/1/2020

Gov. Kemp declares November lung cancer screening month

4/1/2020

CMS releases fact sheet on 'direct contracting'

4/1/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ addresses medically ineffective/inappropriate treatment

4/1/2020

U.S. Rep. presents MAG president with resolution

4/1/2020

MAG wins second award for ‘Top Docs’ show

4/1/2020

GA-AACE to hold annual meeting in Atlanta on February 7-8

4/1/2020

Medscape releases 2019 med-mal report

4/1/2020

DPH encouraging physicians who suspect a patient has measles to report ASAP

4/1/2020

PAI releases 2020 QPP overview & scorecard

4/1/2020

Insurance Commissioner flags Anthem/ACA HealthCare.gov error

4/1/2020

ABMS seeking nominations for 'public' Board/committee roles

4/1/2020

Urge Congress to increase Medicare/MACRA pay by end of year

4/1/2020

Gov. Kemp addresses new health insurance plan in op-ed

4/1/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ show addresses federal fraud & abuse investigations

4/1/2020

CDC to host meeting/call on ‘Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain’

4/1/2020

ALA report: Georgia lung cancer survival rate among lowest

4/1/2020

Leading M.D. addresses anxiety disorders on new ‘Top Docs’ show

4/1/2020

DPH reminding physicians to report vaping injuries

4/1/2020

MAG CEO on commission that gets ABMS honor

4/1/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ show addresses asthma & severe asthma

4/1/2020

MAG YPS vice chair & GPLA grad receives ACP honor

4/1/2020

AJC: '[Gov.] Kemp’s Medicaid plan could pave way for limited expansion in Georgia'

4/1/2020

[Gov.] Kemp unveils proposals to overhaul Georgia individual health plans

4/1/2020

MAG among groups concerned about Medicare EO

4/1/2020

MAG to recommend ways to ensure low-THC/CBD products safe for patients

4/1/2020

Sponsored edition of ‘Top Docs Radio’ addresses hemp, CBD & medical cannabis

4/1/2020

Physicians Foundation releases results of biennial patient survey

4/1/2020

DEA’s next Rx drug 'take-back' is October 26

4/1/2020

MAG honors Atlanta anesthesiologist for humanitarian efforts

4/1/2020

MAG honors Savannah neurologist for community service

4/1/2020

MAG honors Atlanta cardiologists with Hardman Cup

4/1/2020

Medical Association of Atlanta wins MAG honor

4/1/2020

MAG’s new president to focus on tort reform, surprise bills & scope of practice

4/1/2020

MAG Board approves 2020 state legislative priorities

4/1/2020

Georgia Supreme Court rules on key case

4/1/2020

MAG among groups to express concerns over surprise bills legislation

4/1/2020

Free 11/2 CME symposium to address ways to combat human trafficking

4/1/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ show addresses physician burnout & wellness

4/1/2020

ABMS updates efforts to define professionalism

4/1/2020

CMS releases ratings for 2020 MA & Part D Rx plans

4/1/2020

OptumRx institutes new policy for controlled substances

4/1/2020

DPH issues alert addressing risks associated with e-cigs/vaping

4/1/2020

CMS to enhance nursing home comparison website

4/1/2020

New ‘Top Docs’ show features GCMB Chair Gretchen Collins, M.D.

4/1/2020

AMA raises physician pay/scope concerns over EO

4/1/2020

Legislator addresses conversion therapy on ‘Top Docs Radio’

4/1/2020

AMA concerned about Walmart opioid prescription policy

4/1/2020

ABIM releases statement on dismissal of anti-trust lawsuit

4/1/2020

New CDC web page addresses e-cig/vaping illnesses

4/1/2020

New ‘Top Docs Radio’ addresses ACEs, EBD & Resilient Georgia

4/1/2020

Physicians encouraged to weigh in on MAG health plan, earn $10 for MAG Foundation

4/1/2020

PAI weighs in on New York surprise billing/IDR law

4/1/2020

MAG calling for CMS to take more comprehensive approach to PA reform

4/1/2020

DPH urging clinicians to report unexplained vaping illness

4/1/2020

Report highlights success of NY surprise bills/IDR law

4/1/2020

MAG, GPA, GDA & GSCO call for IC to disapprove Centene/WellCare deal

4/1/2020

AHRQ promoting free antibiotic safety program

4/1/2020

Physicians Foundation campaign to help prevent physician suicide

4/1/2020

MAG encouraging Georgians to get flu vaccine ASAP

4/1/2020

Georgia unveils more secure driver’s licenses/IDs

4/1/2020

AMA ‘roadmap’ highlights ways to end opioid epidemic

4/1/2020

New ‘Top Docs Radio’ episode addresses surprise medical bills

4/1/2020

MAG endorsing Rich McCormick, M.D., for U.S. 7th district seat

4/1/2020

FDA webpage addresses illnesses associated with vaping

4/1/2020

Non-profit to host free HC screening event in Atlanta

4/1/2020

MAG encouraging Congress to support Medicare Advantage PA bill

4/1/2020

MAG, GPA & GSCO opposing Centene/WellCare deal

4/1/2020

MagMutual leader addresses tort climate on ‘Top Docs Radio’

4/1/2020

AMA president: CVS-Aetna merger court ruling 'fails patients'

4/1/2020

MAG encouraging physicians to register for medical cannabis summit

4/1/2020

Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick appointed to HC task force

4/1/2020

GCMB issues alert addressing phone scam

4/1/2020

Media report: As Dorian nears, hospitals and nursing homes mobilize

4/1/2020

MAG member to compete in food challenge to battle neurological diseases

4/1/2020

New ‘Top Docs Radio’ show addresses Georgia’s medical cannabis laws & the low-THC certification proc

4/1/2020

LuCa offering free online lung cancer CME course for PCP

4/1/2020

Covenant House seeking volunteers to care for homeless youth in Atlanta – plus supplies & medicine

4/1/2020

CMS launches 'modernized' Medicare plan finder

4/1/2020

AMA CEO discusses innovations in health care on ‘Top Docs Radio’

4/1/2020

Georgia Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick, M.D., to serve on three study committees

4/1/2020

Georgia insurance commissioner warns of risks involving Health Care Sharing Ministries

4/1/2020

ABIM to create longitudinal MOC option

4/1/2020

Physicians Foundation distributes Board meeting summary

5/7/2020

Founder discusses MedicareDrugSavings.org on ‘Top Docs Radio’

4/1/2020

Physicians Foundation weighs in on social determinants of health

4/1/2020

AMA releases 2020 PFS/QPP proposed rule summary

4/1/2020

MAG president-elect appointed to Georgia Senate study committee

4/1/2020

TV stations in region to change channels

4/1/2020

MAG encouraging physicians to educate lawmakers on ‘No Surprises Act’

4/1/2020

MAG Foundation to fund primary care scholarships at MCG

4/1/2020

MAG wins AAMSE award for ‘Top Docs Radio’ show

4/1/2020

Deborah A. Martin, M.D., elected to be MAA’s president for 2019-2020

4/1/2020

MAG unveils medical cannabis & flu fact sheets

4/1/2020

AMA flags key issues in 2020 Medicare PFS proposal

4/1/2020

MAG’s CEO to become AAMSE president in 2020-2021

4/1/2020

CMS issues proposed rule for 2020 Medicare PFS

4/1/2020

MAG YPS hosts successful social event

4/1/2020

Leading M.D. discusses maternal mortality on ‘Top Docs Radio’

4/1/2020

CMS calls for more hospital price transparency

4/1/2020

AMA defends IDR process in letter to Congressional committees

4/1/2020

District U.S. Attorney discusses opioid misuse, illegal drugs on ‘Top Docs Radio’

4/1/2020

MAG members can get 50% discount for Health Connect South

4/1/2020

MAG member appointed to ABIM committee

4/1/2020

CMS announces rules addressing nursing home safety & quality

4/1/2020

MAG among 100+ groups calling for IDR in surprise billing legislation

4/1/2020

Leading M.D. addresses adverse childhood experiences on ‘Top Docs Radio’

4/1/2020

MAG files amicus brief in key med-mal case

4/1/2020

WVLT-TV/Knoxville to change operating channel

4/1/2020

ABMS names ‘Vision’ task force members, including MAG’s CEO

4/1/2020

AMA, MAG & others file brief to protect transgender individuals

4/1/2020

MAG encouraging physicians to educate U.S. reps on surprise billing measures ASAP

4/1/2020

AJC: ‘New batch of BP medication recalled over cancer concerns'

4/1/2020

Sen. Kirkpatrick flags laws that go into effect in Georgia on July 1

4/1/2020

AMA: Congress begins consideration of surprise billing legislation

4/1/2020

Alliant promoting free Sickle Cell Disease CME webinar

4/1/2020

President signs executive order addressing HC price & quality transparency

4/1/2020

AMA expresses concerns over bill’s ‘surprise billing’ language

4/1/2020

MAG opposing language in federal “surprise bills” legislation

4/1/2020

Contact MAG if you received Anthem ‘rate realignment’ notice

4/1/2020

Georgian Patrice Harris, M.D., installed as AMA’s president

4/1/2020

Media report: 'Stahl picked to head Anthem plan in Georgia'

4/1/2020

Join ‘Team MAG’ to support Alzheimer’s Association

4/1/2020

PAI promoting new surprise billing resources

4/1/2020

Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick, M.D., to run for re-election

4/1/2020

MAG Alliance member nominated for AMPAC honor

4/1/2020

AMA report: Georgia making big strides in effort to combat opioid misuse

4/1/2020

ABMS addresses certification in letter to CMOs & hospital/health system execs

4/1/2020

Georgia DOI issues consent order in Anthem/BCBS case

4/1/2020

Gov. Kemp names MAG vice speaker to GBPW

4/1/2020

MAG one of 120+ groups calling for Congress to refine/improve MACRA

4/1/2020

New ‘Top Docs Radio’ show addresses direct PC/direct contracting model

4/1/2020

Morehouse to host free AIDS CME event in Barnesville on 6/14

4/1/2020

AMA conducting survey on physicians’ sexual orientation/gender ID

4/1/2020

Winship to host GI cancer symposium on 9/14

4/1/2020

Emory to host hemostasis/thrombosis CME event on 11/9

4/1/2020

MAG’s 1st VP among Gov. Kemp’s new appointments

4/1/2020

ABMS names new ‘Vision Oversight Committee’

4/1/2020

Emory to host IM review/update conference in July

4/1/2020

MAG YPS to host free social event on July 25

4/1/2020

Emory to host ‘Medical Care of Older Adults’ event

4/1/2020

Emory SOM to host ‘Cardiology in PC’ CME event

4/1/2020

MCG to host ‘Cardiovascular Summit at Kiawah’ on July 8-11

4/1/2020

Insurance Commissioner issues 'show cause' order to BCBS

4/1/2020

MAG Foundation applauds GPLA grads & new class

4/1/2020

MAG now accepting 2019 awards nominations

4/1/2020

Former MAG President Dan DeLoach, M.D., wins MCG Alumni Award

4/1/2020

MCG to host ‘Pediatric Update’ CME event on July 8-11

4/1/2020

PAI releases latest edition of QPP newsletter

4/1/2020

MAG & AMA file amicus brief with Georgia Supreme Court

4/1/2020

GCMB unveils new online licensing & verification system

4/1/2020

MCG to host ‘Medical & Surgical Approaches to GI Disorders’ CME event on July 15-19

4/1/2020

MCG to host ‘Neurology for Non-Neurologist’ CME event on July 11-13

4/1/2020

ABMS distributes Spring newsletter (features article by MAG CEO)

4/1/2020

ABMS issues release on plan to implement Vision Commission recommendations

4/1/2020

New CMS podcast series to address policies/programs

4/1/2020

ABMS releases Vision Commission’s report on 'continuing certification'

4/1/2020

MAG among 100+ groups to sign letter on surprise bills

4/1/2020

AMA survey: Prior authorization’s effects 'getting worse'

4/1/2020

MAG & AMA promoting program to prevent type 2 diabetes

4/1/2020

How’s your 401(k) treating you?

4/1/2020

Vision Commission to delay MOC report process by several days

4/1/2020

MAG plays key role in making CVS-Aetna merger conditional

4/1/2020

Shop AmazonSmile to support the MAG Foundation

4/1/2020

DEA flagging registrant extortion scam

4/1/2020

AMA unveils initiative to transform residency

4/1/2020

ABMS names members of new stakeholder council

4/1/2020

PAI weighs in on 'anti-kickback' laws

4/1/2020

MAG's new president to strive to ensure all Georgians have access to health care

4/1/2020

Vision Commission still seeking comments on MOC reform

4/1/2020

Response efforts continue for Hurricane Michael survivors

4/1/2020

MAG CEO honored with Georgia ACP leadership award

4/1/2020

MAG among groups calling for GIC to oppose Aetna/CVS merger

4/1/2020

American Board of Family Medicine creates examination alternative option for 2019

4/1/2020

DCH to host free Medicaid fair, unveils EVV newsletter

4/1/2020

Congress passes bill to address opioid misuse

4/1/2020

Rep. Carson: Georgia’s ‘hands-free’ saving lives

4/1/2020

Patients sue Anthem over ER policy

4/1/2020

ABMS weighs in on DOJ’s input on Maryland MOC bill

4/1/2020

Special edition of MAG ‘Top Docs Radio’ show addresses terminally ill/cancer care

4/1/2020

ABMS flags deadline for Stakeholder Council nominations

4/1/2020

AMA/ABMS release ‘emergent [MOC] themes’ summary

4/1/2020

MAG member op-ed: ‘Shame on state's largest health insurer’ [Anthem]

4/1/2020

AMA urging DOJ to block CVS-Aetna merger

4/1/2020

California IC calls for DOJ to block CVS/Aetna merger

4/1/2020

Vision Commission releases MOC survey findings

4/1/2020

ABMS seeking nominations for Stakeholder Council

4/1/2020

NIH 'precision medicine' exhibit to visit Georgia

4/1/2020

MOC Vision Commission releases summary of public testimony

4/1/2020

MAG & ACEP file lawsuit against Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia

4/1/2020

CMS promises to cut 'red tape' in letter to physicians

4/1/2020

MAG among groups expressing concerns over new CLFS payment system

4/1/2020

CMS releases proposed 2019 Medicare PFS & QPP

4/1/2020

MAG Alliance encouraging physicians’ spouses to attend leadership conference

4/1/2020

CMS: ACA Permanent Risk Adjustment Program 'working as intended'

4/1/2020

ABMS to host webinar on international approaches to physician assessment

4/1/2020

CMS addresses 'condition' of ACA exchanges, individual markets

4/1/2020

MAG reminding physicians to confirm their delegates have registered with PDMP

4/1/2020

AMA highlights key parts of opioid recovery/treatment bill

4/1/2020

CMS advances Medicare Advantage Qualifying Payment Arrangement Incentive Demonstration

4/1/2020

MAG applauds Sen. Perdue for efforts to reform Stark

4/1/2020

ABMS distributes June ‘Vision for Future’ update

4/1/2020

CMS seeks input on ways to reduce Stark Law burdens

4/1/2020

MAG reminding members to participate in HealtheParadigm

4/1/2020

AMA: CVS-Aetna merger should be blocked

4/1/2020

AMA encouraging physicians to take survey to ID key issues

4/1/2020

Emory to present annual women & heart disease event

4/1/2020

ABMS distributes June newsletter

4/1/2020

AMA filing amicus brief to protect health insurance policy

4/1/2020

GHPC promoting free online CME course on sickle cell disease

4/1/2020

Two MAG members elected to key AMA leadership positions

4/1/2020

CDC to assess prescribing rates, board to seek comments

4/1/2020

CVS to establish 24 Rx drug disposal sites in Georgia

4/1/2020

CMS releases first CHIP ‘Scorecard’

4/1/2020

CMS: Preliminary MIPS performance data now available

4/1/2020

CMS: 91% of eligible physicians participated in QPP in first year

4/1/2020

CMS accepting nominations for QPP ‘Champions’ program

4/1/2020

AG, MAG & others applaud drug abuse prevention video winners

5/22/2018

ABA & ABOG MOC pilots approved as 'permanent pathways'

4/1/2020

Emory, Grady conducting cardiac clinical trial

4/1/2020

MAG signs letter requesting reconsideration of APRN scope of practice provision

4/1/2020

CMS: Physicians/practices can check 2018 MIPS eligibility

4/1/2020

CMS announces first rural health strategy

4/1/2020

GDA/ADA announce plans to stop opioid 'over-prescribing'

4/1/2020

Gov. Deal signs MAG priority ‘hands-free’ bill into law

4/1/2020

MAG among groups expressing concerns over CLFS

4/1/2020

CMS proposes rules to change payment systems for medical facilities

4/1/2020

Georgians have new 'one-stop' option for personal HC records

4/1/2020

CMS releases comments on Innovation Center’s ‘New Direction’

4/1/2020

CMS releases MIPS ACI category bonus fact sheet

4/1/2020

CMS proposing changes to IPPS, LTCH PPS

4/1/2020

AMA flags 22% drop in opioid Rx in U.S. – 14.3% in Georgia – since 2013

4/1/2020

ABMS distributes April ‘Vision for Future’ update

4/1/2020

Rep. Cooper to chair subcommittee on key HC issues

4/1/2020

CMS issues final 2019 payment notice rule

4/1/2020

Online UGA course fulfills new prescribers’ CME requirement

4/1/2020

AMA endorses SG’s advisory on OD-reversing drug naloxone

4/1/2020

CMS finalizes policy it says will lower Medicare Rx drug costs

4/1/2020

CMS extends MIPS 2017 data submission deadline

4/1/2020

KP/Permanente weighs in on proposed rule on HC rights

4/1/2020

In ‘big win’ for patient safety, Georgia Senate passes ‘hands-free’ bill

4/1/2020

Antitrust research/advocacy group calls for DOJ to block CVS/Aetna merger

4/1/2020

HealtheParadigm provides Georgia physicians with Quality Reporting Registry

4/1/2020

Urge state lawmakers to pass right solution for surprise medical bills

4/1/2020

AMA releases summary of appropriations bill

4/1/2020

AMA survey: 92% of physicians say prior authorization has 'negative impact' on patient outcomes

4/1/2020

ABMS distributes latest newsletter

4/1/2020

NBC News report, St. Louis Dispatch editorial address Anthem ER policy

4/1/2020

Study: Practice acquisitions, physician employment still on rise

4/1/2020

Georgia AG activates website with resources to combat opioid misuse

4/1/2020

MAG president addresses 'surprise bills' in letter to AJC

4/1/2020

CHOA promoting ‘New Horizons in Pediatrics’ conference

4/1/2020

GSO/AAO encouraging physicians to report rejected Anthem anesthesia claims

4/1/2020

MAG promoting ‘TruthinRx’ website to address rising Rx drug prices

4/1/2020

Sens. call for HHS/DoL to uphold prudent layperson standards for ER coverage

4/1/2020

CMS extends ‘Planning for Healthy Babies’ demo project

4/1/2020

CMS: Initiative will give 'every American control of their medical data'

4/1/2020

Virtual group promoting med/opioid pledge initiative

4/1/2020

ACS promoting colorectal cancer screening dos/don’ts flier

4/1/2020

AMA & Anthem announce plans for collaborative efforts

4/1/2020

GSO/AAO addressing Anthem anesthesia coverage

4/1/2020

Groups urge Anthem to rescind ER/outpatient imaging policies

4/1/2020

AMA weighs in on CVS/Aetna merger hearing

4/1/2020

Anthem won’t reduce E&M/CPT 25 modifier payments

4/1/2020

SHBP flagging ‘Be Well SHBP’ physician roles

4/1/2020

Groups promoting regional intro to PCMH workshops

4/1/2020

Proposal would increase max duration of 'short-term' HC plans

4/1/2020

ABMS distributes February ‘Vision for Future’ update

4/1/2020

Georgia Senate honors MAG MRC

4/1/2020

AMA weighs in on new opioid prescribing eCQM

4/1/2020

On-demand POLST CME program available online

2/9/2018

Consumer Reports: 'Patients getting stuck with big bills after ER visits' (features MAG CEO)

2/8/2018

AMA outlines spending package’s key health care provisions

2/7/2018

CMS leader addresses 'fast approaching' MIPS deadlines

4/1/2020

Sen. McConnell issues PR addressing bipartisan funding agreement

4/1/2020

AMA issues update on Medicare physician payment

4/1/2020

Carlos Isales, M.D., to lead MCG Endocrinology Division

4/1/2020

MAG to effect change in MOC as member of new Vision Commission

4/1/2020

MAG, AG & others promoting video contest to reduce Rx drug abuse

4/1/2020

Interstate Compact releases ‘myths vs. facts’ fact sheet

4/1/2020

AG says DEA will conduct Rx drug diversion 'surge'

4/1/2020

ABMS issues statement outlining plans to improve MOC

4/1/2020

CMS: Every eligible physician in Georgia will receive at least a neutral MIPS adjustment for 2017

4/1/2020

PAI weighs in on health care choice & competition

4/1/2020

Continuing Board Certification releases ‘Vision for Future’ update

4/1/2020

Lawmaker & MAG’s CEO discuss link between insurers and rising health care costs on ‘Top Docs Radio’

4/1/2020

AMA, other groups collaborating to streamline prior authorization process

4/1/2020

Lawmakers to consider measure to avoid government shutdown

4/1/2020

CMS to host call on new Medicare cards

4/1/2020

Study finds Georgia physicians accounted for $44+ billion in economic output in 2015

4/1/2020

Sponsored: Cardiovascular Symposium

4/1/2020

MAG, KaMMCO & Muscogee CMS to host free CME dinner event in Columbus

4/1/2020

Anthem’s new E&M codes policy to go into effect in Georgia upon renewal

4/1/2020

MAG leaders play key roles at MOC summit

4/1/2020

Survey finds two-thirds of Georgia voters favor hands-free law

4/1/2020

APA: ABPN releases details on MOC pilot project

4/1/2020

MAG president responds to AJC article on opioid abuse

4/1/2020

AMA, AACN exchange letters on APRN scope resolution

4/1/2020

MAG weighs in on NAIC’s draft model Rx benefit act

4/1/2020

Georgia MAC issues key dates summary

4/1/2020

MAG member to become ABOS president-elect

4/1/2020

MAG member nominated to be ACOG’s president-elect

4/1/2020

Sun Pharma recalling two lots of Riomet®

4/1/2020

KaMMCO to offer HIE solutions in seven states, including Georgia

4/1/2020

CMS issues proposed rule to lower Rx costs, combat abuse

4/1/2020

PAI weighs in on APMs, CMS Innovation Center

4/1/2020

Department of Justice announces significant tool in prosecuting opioid traffickers

4/1/2020

CMS releases flu vaccine payment allowances update

4/1/2020

Opioid abuse forum featuring MAG’s CEO now online

4/1/2020

AMA releases 2018 QPP & MPFS summaries

4/1/2020

Research finds 20% of physicians ready to reduce clinical hours

4/1/2020

Georgia physician to serve as ACEP’s president

4/1/2020

HHS Acting Secretary declares public health emergency to address national opioid crisis

4/1/2020

MAG’s new president vows to focus on key issues

4/1/2020

AMA: Metro areas becoming dominated by single insurers

4/1/2020

AMA releases summary of bill to restore CSR payments

4/1/2020

CMS seeking input on draft episode cost measures

4/1/2020

AMA urging Congress to reinstate CSR payments

4/1/2020

American Board of Family Medicine selects new chief executive officer and president

4/1/2020

MAG reminding physicians to check MIPS status

4/1/2020

New tool displays Georgia physician workforce data

4/1/2020

MAG among 100+ groups urging flexibility in CMS approach to QPP

4/1/2020

Hall County drug abuse forum videos now online

4/1/2020

AMA issues statement on VA telehealth proposed rule

4/1/2020

ABMS launches “major” board certification initiative

4/1/2020

AMA issues update on health care reform legislation

4/1/2020

Georgia AMA delegation chair promoting ‘Southeast News’

4/1/2020

AMA weighs in on drug addiction/opioid crisis report

4/1/2020

10 Govs. call for Sen. leaders “not to consider” pending legislation

4/1/2020

AMA urges Senate to oppose Graham-Cassidy legislation

4/1/2020

New Georgia DCH newsletter now available

4/1/2020

CMS promoting ‘Patient Activation & Prescription Drug Monitoring’ webinar

4/1/2020

AMA grants to advance study of women in medicine

4/1/2020

Composite Board amends opioid prescribing requirement

4/1/2020

MAG among nearly 60 groups to call for PAMA action

4/1/2020

AMA: New study finds PCP spend more than half of workday on EHR

4/1/2020

Website helps patients find open pharmacies during disasters

4/1/2020

GBPW accepting applications for rural area assistance grants

4/1/2020

ABMS distributes newsletter

4/1/2020

AMHS & MAA now affiliated, distribute first joint newsletter

4/1/2020

AMA to host free webinar on human factors engineering

2/12/2018

AMA releases updated naloxone guidance document

4/1/2020

AMA weighs in on 2018 Medicare reform proposal

4/1/2020

MAG one of more than 70 groups calling for meeting to address MOC reform

4/1/2020

PAI weighs in on 2018 Medicare QPP update

4/1/2020

Georgia Senate honors Indran Indrakrishnan, M.D.

4/1/2020

CMS announces proposed rule related to CJR model

4/1/2020

MAG CEO runs 100 miles to raise $21,000 for ‘Hands-Free’ campaign

4/1/2020

AMA promoting new Medicare QPP tools

4/1/2020

MAG’s CEO elected to AAMSE Board of Directors

4/1/2020

Georgia PHP: Helping physicians & PAs for five years

4/1/2020

AMA: Physicians should 'act now' to avoid penalties/succeed in MIPS

4/1/2020

MAG calling for Congress to oppose audiology scope bill

4/1/2020

AMA, ADA, CDC & Ad Council launch prediabetes campaign

4/1/2020

AMA urges Senators to consider impact to Americans during health care debate

4/1/2020

MAG carefully watching health care legislation

4/1/2020

AMA suggests ways to improve AHCA

4/1/2020

DPH: NPI required for PDMP registration/access

4/1/2020

AMA urges Senate to reject efforts to repeal or replace ACA

4/1/2020

AMA calls for Anthem to rescind ER policy

4/1/2020

AMA responds to CMS fee schedule update

4/1/2020

MAG calls for Blue Cross to disclose data it used as basis for retrospective ER policy

4/1/2020

AMA: Revised Senate bill 'does not address key concerns'

4/1/2020

AMA addresses CDC report showing drop in opioid prescribing

4/1/2020

DCH: Georgia Families program now has four CMO options

4/1/2020

MAG CEO discusses concerns over BCBS ER policy on WABE

4/1/2020

AMA applauds House for passing medical liability bill

4/1/2020

AMA: Much of 2018 QPP proposal based on its input

4/1/2020

AMA opposing Senate health care bill

4/1/2020

Recording of WH commission call on opioid abuse now online

4/1/2020

AMA commends CMS for QPP proposals

4/1/2020

Watch AMA video on how to avoid Medicare pay penalty

4/1/2020

CMS to issue new Medicare cards

4/1/2020

MAG files pro-physician brief in statute of limitations case

4/1/2020

AMA launches ‘End the [opioid abuse] epidemic’ web page

4/1/2020

PAI unveils MACRA QPP resource center

4/1/2020

AMA chair responds to AJC article

4/1/2020

Report: 'Hospitalizations, deaths possibly tied to street drugs being sold in Georgia'

4/1/2020

MAG member sworn into office as state senator

4/1/2020

ACEP: New Blue Cross Blue Shield ER policy violates federal law

4/1/2020

Georgia SC rules in favor of MAG, physicians in key case

4/1/2020

BCBS says it won’t cover non-emergency ER visits starting 7/1

4/1/2020

AMA: Less than 50% of patient care physicians have stake in practice

4/1/2020

CMS unveils 2017 MIPS participation status tool

4/1/2020

Gov. vetoes PA hydrocodone bill, signs/issues order on eye care bill

4/1/2020

AMA report: Opioid prescriptions dropped 17% from 2012 to 2016

4/1/2020

MAG among groups calling for SSNRI adjustment

4/1/2020

MAG delivers great results during 2017 General Assembly

4/1/2020

MAG encouraging physicians to review H.B. 249/PDMP overview

4/1/2020

Gov. Deal signs bills to combat Rx drug abuse

4/1/2020

AMA president weighs in after House passes AHCA

4/1/2020

Claims experts say to be on lookout for increase in denials

4/1/2020

MGMA flagging CMS Medicare/MIPS eligibility letters

4/1/2020

AMA applauds ruling to uphold rejection of Anthem-Cigna merger

4/1/2020

Data shows retail opioid Rx filled down in every state

4/1/2020

AMA calling on physicians to promote safe opioids use, storage & disposal

4/1/2020

AMA outlines Medicare QPP recommendations

4/1/2020

AMA promoting 'modernized' code of ethics

4/1/2020

AMA expresses opposition to AHCA in letter to Congress

4/1/2020

MAG urging administration to minimize MU/PQRS/VM penalties

4/1/2020

Press Release: 'MAG opposing S.B. 8 substitute that would undermine ER care in Georgia'

4/1/2020

CMS streamlining ICD-10 resources

4/1/2020

ACS addresses AHCA concerns in letter to lawmakers

4/1/2020

AHCA: Summary, budget estimates & next steps

4/1/2020

AMA urges DOJ to reject offers to settle Anthem-CIGNA litigation

4/1/2020

AMA issues statement on Anthem-Cigna court ruling

4/1/2020

MAG promoting ‘End the Surprise Insurance Gap’ video

4/1/2020

Dr. Fonda Mitchell makes the case for GAMPAC (video)

4/1/2020

MAG president says ruling to block Aetna-Humana merger 'great news'

4/1/2020

ACEP president weighs in on 'surprise' medical bills

4/1/2020

MAG files amicus brief to support physician, Resurgens

4/1/2020

CMS releases key 2017 Medicare QPP benchmark information

4/1/2020

DEA reverses decision on registration renewal process

4/1/2020

Georgia removes naloxone from list of dangerous drugs

4/1/2020

AMA: DEA changing registration renewal process

4/1/2020

AMA issues statement on VA rule on APRNs

4/1/2020

Video of AMA/MAG/CMS QPP session now online

4/1/2020

Georgia DOI issues directive on preventive colorectal screenings

4/1/2020

GAMPAC supports 150 candidates in 2016

4/1/2020

Georgia AG issues key, pro-physician PDMP opinion

4/1/2020

AMA releases MACRA QPP provisions summaries

4/1/2020

AMA flagging 2017 Medicare payment adjustment reports

4/1/2020

CMS issues Medicare fraud/ID theft fact sheet

4/1/2020

AMA resources help practices prepare for MACRA

4/1/2020

MAG offers 'Medical Cannabinoid Oil Registry' fact sheet

4/1/2020

MAG signs letter to oppose VA APRNs proposal

4/1/2020

MAG calling for emails to block mergers as Georgia AG joins DOJ lawsuit to do the same

4/1/2020

MAG supporting bill to clarify Sunshine Act

4/1/2020

CMS promoting Medicare revalidation resources

4/1/2020

CMS promoting specialty-specific ICD-10 resources

4/1/2020

AMA, others call for change in EHR interoperability measures

4/1/2020

CMS issues MACRA fact sheet for small practices

4/1/2020

MAG 401(k) Plan advisor names president/CEO

4/1/2020

Georgia QIN-QIO promoting antibiotic stewardship program

4/1/2020

MAG files pro-physician brief in statute of limitations case

4/1/2020