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In an engaging episode of the TMA Practice Well podcast, we sample CME from TMA’s premiere conference TexMed. Guest speakers provide insightful discussion on essential aspects of maintaining a productive relationship with the Texas Medical Board, particularly important in light of telemedicine's post-pandemic boom. Dr. Mary Maness speaks on the growing issue of vaccine hesitancy. Then Dr. Mehta offers practical tips on using intens...
The allergy season can be tough for many Texans who struggle with cough, runny nose and itchy eyes. Louise Bethea, MD, allergist and immunologist from The Woodlands, talks about the allergens that affect Texans the most, allergy induced asthma and the difference between allergies, and respiratory illnesses.
In Case You Missed It… In this episode of TMA's Practice Well Podcast, we cover several interesting and valuable topics aimed to help physicians across Texas thrive. We begin with a story on the significant reduction of administrative strain using virtual scribes in medical practice. We delve into how these scribes streamline notetaking and paperwork processes within Electronic Health Records (EHR), leading to improved time managem...
TMA’s new podcast called TMA Health Beat will focus on public health issues and outreach programs organized by TMA. In the first episode, Marinel Munda, MD, a pediatrician from Tyler, Texas, talks about Walk with a Doc – a free program organized by physicians to encourage their patients to exercise. Dr. Munda explains why walking is important for a healthy lifestyle and how the program helps her give back to her community.
The Texas Medical Board clarifies new fingerprinting requirement ahead of February license renewals. Get instructions and details at the TMB website. Read the TMT article at www.texmed.org/TMT.
Guest Jeff Drummond, partner at Jackson Walker LLP in Dallas noted for his experience in advising on Texas privacy laws and HIPAA and cyber security concerns, answers frequent questions about HIPAA and Texas privacy laws. Get more help on this topic at the TMA Education Center.
We wish you the happiest of holidays! We'll be back in January with new episodes.
The final 2024 Medicare fee schedule solidifies pay cuts and heightens calls for reform. Robert Bennet, VP of TMA’s medical economics division, provides tips you can use today with your patients to fight the ongoing crisis surrounding the Sustainable Growth Rate formula. Get the ondemand Medicare 2024 Payment Update webinar to learn other key changes starting January 1, 2024. Use the links below to inform your patients and yourself...
TMA's Ask the Expert series answers physicians' questions on a wide range of practice management and regulatory topics. In this episode, staff experts will take on questions about medical records, which justify billing practices and are integral to risk assessment. To claim CME for this episode and access links to the resources discussed, go to www.texmed.org/CMEtoGo. Find more Ask the Experts topics.
During the pandemic, there was a significant reduction in the volume of complaints filed with the Texas Medical Board (TMB) and investigation notices issued by the board. Now, the board has begun to churn out more complaint notices. Listen to this episode to get quick tips to help you steer clear of TMB notices. Looking for more on this topic? Play the entire ondemand webinar in the TMA Education Center.
A new survey of Texas residents sheds some light on how patients are influenced by vaccines. Recorded at TexMed 2023, Dr. Mary Manis shares some of the survey findings and offers tips to improve vaccination rates in Texas. Visit the program page at the TMA Education Center to claim CME and to access resources for this episode.
Dr. Andre Chen, a Board Certified Addiction Medicine specialist in practice at Advanced Pain Care in Austin, TX provides guidance on opioid stewardship and substance use disorders. This program is eligible to count towards: (i) the eight hours of training on treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders required for all U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration-registered practitioners, and (ii) the t...
The weight of the physician’s words can be monumental, driving medical decision-making by the patient and other decision-makers. An internal medicine physician and board-certified palliative medicine specialist, Dr. Rezaie shares some of her experiences with terminal patients and their families, and discusses techniques that can help frame and navigate difficult discussions. Claim CME for this episode or go to www.texmed.org/educat...
TMA coding expert and guest provide some quick tips to improve documentation and avoid claim denials. Looking for more help? Get billing and coding help from TMA at www.texmed.org/billingandcoding. You can find billing and coding CME programs at www.texmed.org/education FREE for TMA members. Contact Sabrina Skeldon at physicianpracticeguidance.net.
No matter where you are in your career, you have strategies and options that will help you achieve your financial and retirement goals. Expert financial advisors provide tips on what to look for when selecting a financial professional and key considerations at many of the stages for growing your personal wealth. For more help on this topic visit the TMA Education Center and to speak directly with today’s experts contact Dale and Ke...
Make the most of the slower pace of summer and catch up on CME - FREE for TMA members and their staff! You can download a pdf publication, watch a webinar, or listen to a CME to Go episode all from www.texmed.org/education.
We’ll be back in two weeks with new episodes, until then stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay well.
A new rule, effective in 2023, expands CMS’ audit scope regarding Medicare Advantage plans. Experts discuss how this change will increase the frequency of audits as well as potential plan and provider liability. Get billing and coding help from TMA at www.texmed.org/billingandcoding. Contact Sabrina Skeldon at physicianpracticeguidance.net. Find billing and coding CME programs at www.texmed.org/education FREE for TMA members
TMA invites you, your patients, your practice, and public institutions across Texas to travel through medical history. Grab your bag, your doctor’s bag that is, and join the history of medicine committee medical student representative Arianne Felcititas and staff Audrey Griffin as they journey through time and the iconic doctor’s bag. Learn more about current exhibits and how to bring free traveling banner displays to your area at ...
My AR is out of control, what can I do? Is a common question TMA practice consultant are often asked. it can be hard to find ways to optimize your revenue, TMA’s expert staff offer practical tips you can use to minimize operations that chip away from your practice revenue.
Claim CME for this episode and get the links to resources discussed at www.texmed.org/education. Find more Ask the Experts topics.
The end of the COVID-19 public health emergency kicked off a series of changes to telehealth coverage and billing as physicians have known them for the past several years. TMA experts answer member questions to help guide physicians and their practices through this transition.
Claim CME for this episode and get the links to resources discussed at www.texmed.org/education. Find more Ask the Experts topics.
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