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Webinar to highlight lessons learned from H1N1 flu virus

03/17/2010

Learn how to be better prepared for future influenza epidemics and pandemics during a free webinar hosted by the ACPM.


Aging and Disability Services introduces new website for healthy aging and management programs

03/09/2010

A new website for dissemination of information regarding evidence-based disease prevention and health promotion programs for adults.


Senate finally acts on Medicare SGR driven cut -- 30 day reprieve approved

03/03/2010

The payment cut that technically took effect on Monday will be deferred until April 1.


CMS delays requirement of Medicare PECOS enrollment to January 2011

02/18/2010

Medicare claims for services would be rejected if the practitioner did not have a current enrollment record in Medicare PECOS.


Online video explains national guidelines for physical activity

02/08/2010

A new online program by the AMA introduces physicians to national recommendations for physical activity.


Grant awarded for new dental clinic in Clarkston

02/08/2010

The $300,000 will go towards providing over 3,000 dental visits annually to an area in desperate need


Save the date – WSMA Leadership Development Conference

02/03/2010

Save the dates of May 14 and 15 to attend the WSMA Leadership Development Conference in Chelan.


Medicare participation options for physician

01/28/2010

CMS has extended the deadline for physicians to change their Medicare participation or non-participation status in 2010 to March 17.


Save the date: End-of-Life Diversity Workshop, Friday, May 7, 2010

01/26/2010

Overcoming Barriers, Building Bridges is the title of the upcoming day-long diversity workshop, scheduled for Friday, May 7 in Tukwila.


Swine Flu outbreak - updated guidance for physicians

01/25/2010

Regularly updated guidance for physicians from the Washington State Medical Association, the state Department of Health, the AMA, and the CDC.


Help for Haiti

01/19/2010

Details on ways for medical professionals to support relief efforts in Haiti.


You can still call Mr. Yuk!

01/14/2010

March 14-20, 2010 is National Poison Prevention Week


Bartell Drugs to discontinue filling DSHS/Medicaid prescriptions at 15 locations

01/08/2010

The drugstore cites reduced compensation by the State of Washington.


Important Information - Childhood Vaccine Program

12/23/2009

PCV7 (PrevnarTM) is being replaced by PCV13 in the near future in the State Childhood Vaccine program.


2010 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Correction

12/22/2009

Medicare Part B Physician Fee Schedule: Correction for Washington - Locality 02 (Seattle/King County) ONLY


Information regarding the holding of claims for services paid under the 2010 Medicare fee schedule

12/21/2009

CMS is working to avoid disruption in services and payment of claims.


CIGNA for health care professionals live on OneHealthPort

12/02/2009

CIGNA has partnered with OneHealthPort allowing registered providers access to their website and services.


Spokane Pediatrician Named President of State Medical Association

10/06/2009

Dr. Deborah J. Harper was elected president of the WSMA at the association’s annual meeting in Spokane, Sunday, October 4, 2009.


AMA creates new CPT codes for H1N1 immunizations

09/29/2009

The AMA has expedited the publication of new health care codes specific to the H1N1 vaccine product.


H1N1 update: vaccine availability information; mercury limits temporarily suspended

09/24/2009

In preparation for H1N1 vaccine administration, please read the following update from the DOH, issued 9/24/09


Clarification re: surgery performed in a practitioner's office

09/22/2009

Only offices using general anesthesia need license. An announcement from the DOH.


Death with Dignity Act forms revised

07/22/2009

The Washington State Department of Health has revised two of its reporting forms for implementation of the Death with Dignity Act.


Universal vaccine transition

06/03/2009

Information from State Health Officer Maxine Hayes about the changes to the universal vaccine purchasing system.


Information on the Death with Dignity Act from the Department of Health

03/06/2009

The Department of Health has developed a website for Death with Dignity Act information.


Receive drug alerts online instead of current paper process

12/24/2008

Enroll now in a new, free service that will improve patient safety and your liability protection


Initiative 1000 passes, what doctors need to know

12/24/2008

The WSMA encourages all physicians to become familiar with the language of the initiative. The new law goes into effect March 2009.


Immunization registry helpful to physicians

10/14/2008

The CHILD Profile database provides a complete, accessible immunization history.



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