Proposing resolutions for a healthy New Year

Article Abstract:

The American Medical Association (AMA) should work towards establishing anall-inclusive unified voice in 1997. The AMA should resolve Medicare issues, continue to protest gag clauses, maintain a reasoned position in ethical debates, and speak out against tobacco companies. It should also begin implementation of professional standards, realize the recommendations set forth in the 1996 Federation Study, secure medical liability reform and strive to eliminate violence.

Column, American Medical Association

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Coding, payment on resolution agenda for delegates

Article Abstract:

More than 180 resolutions will be considered by the House of Delegates of the American Medical Assn when it convenes in Jun 1997. Coding rules for all carriers under Current Procedural Terminology is part of Resolution 801, and Resolution 804 calls for the overturn of diagnosis-specific requirements under Medicare. Medical record privacy, unreasonable documentation and the confidentiality of patient information will also be discussed.

Offices & clinics of medical doctors, Physicians & Surgeons, Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists), Medicine, Associations

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Delegates face resolutions at AMA Interim Meeting

Article Abstract:

A summary of proposed resolutions for the Dec. 1996 meeting of the American Medical House of Delegates in Atlanta, GA, is included.

Health care industry

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