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October 21, 2009 MAFP E-BULLETIN, October, 2009, VOL.3, NO.10 In this issue: Members Asked to Participate in Survey
"Issues in Treating Special Populations," MAFP 2010 Winter Regional CME Conference
AMA Creates New CPT Codes for H1N1 Immunizations
AAP Recommends Children Ride Rear-Facing in Car Sets Until At Least the Age of 2
Seeking FP Input for Maryland Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan Maryland's Mouths Matter: Fluoride Varnish and Oral Health Screening Program for Kids
Be a Doctor of the Day in Annapolis
Members Asked to Participate in Survey
MAFP leadership asks for your help
in planning for the future. In the Fall of 2005, the Maryland
Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) conducted a survey of its
Active members which focused on practice income issues. The MAFP
Board of Directors, at the time, was encouraged by the high rate
of response at 53%. The results of the 2005 survey led to an
aggressive action plan which included short-term and long-term
initiatives. Our survey was a factor in subsequent focus on
workforce issues by the MedChi, the Maryland Hospital
Association and the Governor and the General Assembly. The compiled results will determine MAFP's course on various levels of members services for the remainder of this and into the next decade. We will report to you the survey results. Responses received by Friday, October 30 will be compiled for presentation to the MAFP Board at its Fall meeting on November 16. "Issues in Treating Special Populations," MAFP 2010 Winter Regional CME Conference We are
currently accepting registrations for MAFP's 2010 Winter
Regional Conference scheduled for Saturday, February 20, 2010 at
the Sheraton Town Center Hotel in Columbia, Maryland. The
overall conference theme is "Issues in Treating Special
Populations." From Program Chair Dr. Ramona Seidel: Albert
Einstein once said, “In the middle of every difficulty lies
opportunity.” Take this opportunity to learn with the MAFP and
your colleagues. Discover new approaches to the special (and
sometimes “difficult”) populations in your practice!
AMA Creates New CPT Codes For H1N1 Immunizations
With both
seasonal influenza and H1N1 influenza circulating this flu
season, the American Medical Association (AMA) today announces
it has expedited the publication of a new code specific to
vaccine administration and revised existing code 90663 to
include the H1N1 vaccine. The new Current Procedural Terminology
(CPT) code issued by the AMA will streamline the reporting and
reimbursement procedure for physicians and health care providers
who are expected to administer nearly 200 million doses of the
H1N1 vaccine in the United States. The codes will also help to
efficiently report and track immunization and counseling
services related to the H1N1 vaccine throughout the health care
system. 90470—H1N1
immunization administration (intramuscular, intranasal),
including counseling when performed 90663—Influenza virus vaccine, pandemic formulation, H1N1
AAP Recommends Children Ride Rear-Facing in Car Seats Until At Least the Age of 2
New research indicates that toddlers are more than five times safer riding rear-facing in a car safety seat up to their second birthday. Following are some safety tips for car seat use:
©2009 American Academy of Pediatrics.
Seeking FP Input for Maryland Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan
The
Maryland Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan (MCCCP) is produced
by the Center for Cancer Surveillance and Control at the
Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) and
contains a chapter on Oral Cancer. Planning is currently taking
place to produce the next version of the Plan. The Oral Cancer
Committee would like to add some additional members including
family physicians. General information about the MCCCP and the
planning process follow:
As a member of the committee, your contributions will be invaluable for the development of the MCCCP as we move forward. Thank you for your consideration of joining this important effort to create the next Maryland Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan. If you wish to participate, send an e-mail message to info@mdafp.org. MAFP will then convey your interest to DHMH.
Maryland’s Mouths Matter: Fluoride Varnish and Oral Health Screening Program for Kids
The Office
of Oral Health thanks you for your interest in the Maryland’s
Mouths Matter: Fluoride Varnish and Oral Health Screening
Program for Kids. We are pleased to announce that frequently
asked questions (FAQs) are now available on our website . Simply
click on this link and scroll down to the bottom of the page
where you will find the FAQ document under the Additional
Resources section. To open the FAQs directly,
click here. We hope you find this to be a helpful resource
and welcome your questions and feedback.
Be a Doctor of the Day in Annapolis
Last year
I spent an enjoyable March morning in Annapolis as Doctor of the
Day. I got to sit in at the press table of the Senate and was
introduced to the membership. I was able to hear the Malpractice
debate along with interesting Public Health debates as well.
Clinically, I saw a few minor things in the Health Suite and
then went home after lunchtime. I could have stayed all day, as
I had free select parking for the day and I could have gone and
visited with my representatives if I had not already met with
them on the same issues earlier in the month. For those
individuals who have to testify on issues, it is a great way to
be in place on site and not have to wait out in the hallways. I plan to go to Annapolis at least two mornings during the 2010 session and would invite anyone with an interest in the folks who control our destiny to do the same. I urge each of our members to spend a morning or a full day as Doctor of the Day this coming session in an election year with some critical issues on our plate. You need not be a member of MedChi to participate. Please contact MedChi to sign up: Stephanie Wisniewski, Legislative Coordinator, swisniewski@medchi.org or 410-539-0872, 800-492-1056 X 6001.
Jos. W Zebley, M.D., Baltimore
The
Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene seeks a Medical
Consultant (special payment): Maryland
Board of Physicians Serve as a
Medical Consultant to the Board reviewing medically sensitive
materials and advising the Board on standard of care cases;
particularly a general practitioner, internist or family
practitioner. Must be able to produce written reports and must
abide by strict confidentiality restrictions. Willing to work at
least 20 hours a week, on site at Board office and attend
related Board meetings. Board
certified, retired or semi-retired Grade 35 Submit
Resume or State application form MS-100 December 7, 2009 for
fullest consideration to:
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