Tag: governors
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American College of Gastroenterology / Posts / Expert Insights / ACG Member Call to Action for Massachusetts Members: ASC Determination of Need Proposal Needs to Change
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) recently released a draft regulation that would prohibit freestanding ASC’s from applying for…
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At the State Level: ACG Governor for Kansas to Serve on Medicare Contractor Advisory Committee
American College of Gastroenterology / Posts / Expert Insights / At the State Level: ACG Governor for Kansas to Serve on Medicare Contractor Advisory CommitteeACG Governor for Kansas, Stanley Brand, MD FACG, was recently nominated by ACG and subsequently selected to serve on a…
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American College of Gastroenterology / Posts / Expert Insights / Update from New England States: Connecticut and Rhode Island Pass Restrictions on Physician Non-Compete Agreements
This summer, Rhode Island and Connecticut passed significant legislation concerning the use of non-compete agreements for physicians. The goal…
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North Carolina Legislature Passes Law Limiting MOC for State Licensing
American College of Gastroenterology / Posts / Expert Insights / North Carolina Legislature Passes Law Limiting MOC for State LicensingIn early July, the North Carolina state legislature passed HB 728, which, among other provisions, states that the North Carolina…
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American College of Gastroenterology / Posts / Expert Insights / Update on CA Bill Seeking to Waive Patient Cost-Sharing for Therapeutic and Diagnostic Screening Colonoscopy
On Wednesday, June 22nd, the California Senate Health Committee held a hearing for the recently introduced legislation, “Health Care Coverage:…
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Some good news out of Ohio: OH Prior Authorization Bill to Become Law
American College of Gastroenterology / Posts / Expert Insights / Some good news out of Ohio: OH Prior Authorization Bill to Become LawA bill that will significantly reform Ohio’s prior authorization rules is heading to Gov. John Kasich’s desk, who is expected…
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American College of Gastroenterology / Posts / Expert Insights / Thank you, ACG Governors: Medicare Payment Package for Hospitals Includes Meaningful Use Help for ASCs
In April, over 45 ACG Governors met with over 250 members of Congress as part of the 2016 ACG Board…
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ACG New York Governors Urge Members to Oppose Medical Malpractice Bill
American College of Gastroenterology / Posts / Expert Insights / ACG New York Governors Urge Members to Oppose Medical Malpractice BillDear ACG New York Members: We wanted to provide an update on this recurring state issue and hopefully keep it…
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ACG Governors Take on Washington D.C.
American College of Gastroenterology / Posts / Expert Insights / ACG Governors Take on Washington D.C.On Thursday, April 14th, over 45 ACG Governors met with over 250 members of Congress as part of the 2016…
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Private Insurers Participating in Health Exchanges Must Waive Bowel Preparation Costs
American College of Gastroenterology / Posts / Expert Insights / Private Insurers Participating in Health Exchanges Must Waive Bowel Preparation CostsOn April 20th, the Federal Government provided important guidance for private group plans participating in health exchanges set up via…