CDC Updates Interim Guidance for Novel Coronavirus
As the CDC continues to update its interim guidance for health care professionals on the novel coronavirus first detected in Wuhan, China, the AAFP will work to rapidly relay that information to members. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - February 5, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Research Examines Economics of HPV Vaccination
An economic analysis found that expanding HPV vaccination coverage to all adults through age 45 would produce slight health benefits but be less cost-effective than the vaccination strategy previously in place. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - February 5, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Block Grant Plan Would Hurt Medicaid Patients, AAFP Warns
A CMS proposal to allow Medicaid block grants would reduce access to care and strain the U.S. health care system, the Academy recently cautioned the agency. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - February 3, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Mentor Blazed a Trail Worth Following
Jeannette South-Paul, M.D., recently retired after serving nearly two decades as the first woman and the first member of a racial/ethnic minority to be named a permanent chair at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. But she says she still has work to do. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - February 3, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
CDC Maps America's Growing Sedentary Lifestyle
More than 15% of adults in all U.S. states and territories are physically inactive, according to CDC maps released Jan. 16 that show the prevalence of adult physical inactivity. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - February 3, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
People in the News/Awards -- 2019 Wrapup
AAFP members often are named to prominent leadership positions or receive various honors for their work. In addition, family medicine departments and residency programs frequently are recognized for their accomplishments. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - January 31, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Sterling Ransone Jr., M.D., Runs for AAFP President-elect
The Virginia AFP announces the candidacy of Sterling Ransone Jr., M.D., of Deltaville, for AAFP president-elect. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - January 31, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Sterling Ransone, Jr. M.D., Runs for AAFP President-elect
The Virginia AFP announces the candidacy of Sterling Ransone Jr., M.D., of Deltaville, for AAFP president-elect. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - January 31, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Submit 2019 MIPS Data Early, Avoid Help Center Backlog
The reporting period for the 2019 Merit-based Incentive Payment System performance year is open until March 31, but don ' t wait -- CMS advises early data submission. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - January 31, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Medicare to Cover Some Acupuncture in AAFP Advocacy Win
CMS announced new Medicare coverage for acupuncture for chronic low back pain, cementing a proposed policy that the Academy endorsed last summer. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - January 28, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Report: Two in Five Antibiotic Rxs May Not Be Needed
A new study suggests that although two-fifths of antibiotic prescriptions overall may be unnecessary, FPs and other primary care physicians are better than their peers in other specialties at prescribing antibiotics appropriately. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - January 28, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Need Help Reviewing 2020 Medicare Coding, Payment Updates?
The journalFPM recently published its annual guide to the updates in Medicare documentation, coding and payment that are most relevant to family physicians. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - January 27, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Federal Agency Seeks Your Comments on Diabetes Issues
The National Clinical Care Commission is seeking public comment on a series of questions on diabetes prevention and treatment options to inform federal work in this area. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - January 27, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
NCCL Convener Has a Passion for Advocacy
For Marie-Elizabeth Ramas, M.D., serving as convener of the 2020 AAFP National Conference of Constituency Leaders is a chance to advocate for family physicians and their patients, and to help members on their own paths to leadership. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - January 27, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
AAFP President: Prepare Your Office for Novel Coronavirus
Two confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus 2019-nCoV that was first detected in Wuhan, China, have now been reported in the United States, with other suspected cases under investigation. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - January 24, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
