Sycom GM RSS feed generatorThu, 11 Mar 2010 11:52:25 GMThttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg.aspxGet the latest news from the Pennsylvania Medical Society on important bills that could affect health care in Pennsylvania. Copyright 2008en-usFri, 12 Mar 2010 15:09:56 GMT1Residents, hospitals, and medical schools who filed a refund request for FICA taxes paid prior to April 1, 2005, will now be getting those refunds. Audiences, Politics, Physicians, Regulationshttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/FICA.aspxResidents, hospitals, and medical schools who filed a refund request for FICA taxes paid prior to April 1, 2005, will now be getting those refunds. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:52:25 GMTA bill introduced in the state House of Representatives would allow audiologists to diagnose and treat hearing problems without first having the patient examined by a physician. Audiences, Politics, Practice, Bills, Elected officials, Physicians, Residents/fellows, Scope of practice, General Assembly, House, Senatehttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Audiology-bill.aspxA bill introduced in the state House of Representatives would allow audiologists to diagnose and treat hearing problems without first having the patient examined by a physician. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 11:43:21 GMTMedicare payment cuts have once again been temporarily postponed. Contact your senators to urge a permanent solution.Audiences, Politics, Practice, Health care reform, Insurance, Physicians, Practice Administrators, Medicare/Medicaidhttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/SGR-Delayed.aspxMedicare payment cuts have once again been temporarily postponed. Contact your senators to urge a permanent solution.Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:38:23 GMTThe US Senate adjourned today, Feb. 26, without acting on the pending 21 percent cut in Medicare fees, which goes into effect March 1.Audiences, Politics, Practice, Bills, Elected officials, Health care reform, Insurance, Physicians, Practice Administrators, Reimbursement, Residents/fellows, CMS, Fee schedule, Medicare/Medicaid, Payment, President, US Congresshttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/SGR-repeal.aspxThe US Senate adjourned today, Feb. 26, without acting on the pending 21 percent cut in Medicare fees, which goes into effect March 1.Sat, 27 Feb 2010 06:13:18 GMTPast Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) President Carol E. Rose, MD, has been elected chair of the state Board of Medicine.Audiences, Politics, Physicians, Residents/fellows, State Board of Medicinehttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Rose.aspxPast Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) President Carol E. Rose, MD, has been elected chair of the state Board of Medicine.Wed, 17 Feb 2010 10:59:56 GMTWith few opportunities to introduce new legislation this year, the Pennsylvania Medical Society is focusing its efforts on preventing legislation that could harm physicians and patients.Politics, Practice, Insurance, Laws, Medical liability, Scope of practice, Medicare/Medicaid, Scope of practicehttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/LameDuck.aspxWith few opportunities to introduce new legislation this year, the Pennsylvania Medical Society is focusing its efforts on preventing legislation that could harm physicians and patients.Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:39:28 GMTThe Pennsylvania Medical Society Board of Trustees has expressed its support of clinical trials on the efficacy of marijuana and similar drugs in treating serious medical conditions. Audiences, Patients, Pennsylvania Medical Society, Politics, Affiliated Organizations, Bills, Diseases/conditions, Physicians, Residents/fellows, Students, Treatment, Board of Trustees, Chronic carehttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Medical-marijuana.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society Board of Trustees has expressed its support of clinical trials on the efficacy of marijuana and similar drugs in treating serious medical conditions. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:22:41 GMTA bill that would certify nurse anesthetists and remove physician supervision requirements is under consideration by the House Professional Licensure Committee.Audiences, Politics, Bills, Elected officials, Laws, Physicians, Practice Administrators, Residents/fellows, General Assembly, Scope of practice, Househttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/NA-bill.aspxA bill that would certify nurse anesthetists and remove physician supervision requirements is under consideration by the House Professional Licensure Committee.Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:46:00 GMTSeveral bills have been introduced banning texting and the use of handheld cell phones while driving.Audiences, Pennsylvania Medical Society, Politics, Bills, Elected officials, House of Delegates, Physicians, Practice Administrators, Residents/fellows, Students, General Assembly, Househttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Cellban.aspxSeveral bills have been introduced banning texting and the use of handheld cell phones while driving.Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:42:08 GMTThe Pennsylvania Medical Society gives you a quick overview on health care legislation that is being considered in Harrisburg.Audiences, Patients, Politics, Practice, Bills, Diseases/conditions, Elected officials, Health care reform, Insurance, Laws, Mcare, Medical liability, Patients, Physicians, Practice Administrators, Public health, Reimbursement, Residents/fellows, Safety, Smoking ban, Students, General Assembly, Governor, Payment, House, Senatehttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Harrisburgglance.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society gives you a quick overview on health care legislation that is being considered in Harrisburg.Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:59:29 GMTA bill being considered by the state Senate would define ophthalmic surgery and limit it only to licensed physicians.Audiences, Patients, Politics, Bills, Elected officials, Physicians, Residents/fellows, Safety, Treatment, General Assembly, Senatehttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Ophthalmic.aspxA bill being considered by the state Senate would define ophthalmic surgery and limit it only to licensed physicians.Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:59:28 GMTA bill has been introduced in the state Senate that would set standards for licensing of naturopaths.Audiences, Politics, Bills, Elected officials, Medical license, Physicians, Residents/fellows, General Assembly, Senatehttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Naturopaths.aspxA bill has been introduced in the state Senate that would set standards for licensing of naturopaths.Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:54:56 GMTThe CDC recommends that everyone be tested for HIV as part of routine medical care, but state law hasn’t caught up.Audiences, Patients, Diseases/conditions, Patients, Physicians, Practice Administrators, Prevention, Public health, Residents/fellows, Treatment, Chronic care, Infectionhttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/HIVtesting.aspxThe CDC recommends that everyone be tested for HIV as part of routine medical care, but state law hasn't caught up.Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:51:51 GMTHouse Bill 1759 would overhaul and standardize contracting between physicians and insurers.Audiences, Politics, Practice, Bills, Contract, Physicians, Practice Administrators, Residents/fellows, Managed carehttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Fair-contracting-bill.aspxHouse Bill 1759 would overhaul and standardize contracting between physicians and insurers.Thu, 06 Aug 2009 10:21:19 GMTTwo bills in the state General Assembly would require health care providers to wear standardized identification badges that identify their license or certification.Audiences, Politics, Practice, Bills, Elected officials, Physicians, Residents/fellows, Scope of practice, General Assemblyhttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/ID-badges.aspxTwo bills in the state General Assembly would require health care providers to wear standardized identification badges that identify their license or certification.Mon, 14 Sep 2009 08:41:33 GMTBills have been introduced in the state General Assembly that would improve the physician credentialing process. Audiences, Politics, Practice, Bills, Credential, Elected officials, Insurance, Physicians, Practice Administrators, Residents/fellows, General Assembly, Private insurershttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Credentialing-bills.aspxBills have been introduced in the state General Assembly that would improve the physician credentialing process. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:03:59 GMTConcurrent resolutions introduced March 6, 2009, in the state General Assembly would help remove some barriers to proper pain management. Audiences, Patients, Politics, Diseases/conditions, Elected officials, Physicians, Prescription drugs, Residents/fellows, Treatment, General Assemblyhttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Pain-management.aspxConcurrent resolutions introduced March 6, 2009, in the state General Assembly would help remove some barriers to proper pain management. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:06:58 GMTMany states have taken steps to regulate tanning facilities and establish age restrictions, but Pennsylvania’s facilities are still unregulated. Audiences, Patients, Politics, Bills, Diseases/conditions, Elected officials, Physicians, Prevention, Public health, Residents/fellows, General Assembly, Senatehttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Tanning-bill.aspxMany states have taken steps to regulate tanning facilities and establish age restrictions, but Pennsylvania's facilities are still unregulated. Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:49:16 GMTThe state would ramp up public and professional education on Lyme disease under bills that have been introduced in the General Assembly.Audiences, Patients, Politics, Bills, Elected officials, Physicians, Public health, Residents/fellows, Treatment, General Assembly, Senatehttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Lymebill.aspxThe state would ramp up public and professional education on Lyme disease under bills that have been introduced in the General Assembly.Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:59:15 GMTThe Pennsylvania Medical Society represents physician and patient interests to be sure health care reform promotes better care.Audiences, Politics, Health care reform, Laws, Physicianshttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society represents physician and patient interests to be sure health care reform promotes better care.Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:02:46 GMTPennsylvania Medical Society leaders provide statements, testimony, and interviews on the most important issues affecting health care in Pennsylvania.Audiences, Politics, Media, Statements, Testimonyhttp://1d.f2bed1.client.atlantech.net/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements.aspxPennsylvania Medical Society leaders provide statements, testimony, and interviews on the most important issues affecting health care in Pennsylvania.Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:28:00 GMT