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AAFP launches new ICD-10 tools at 2012 Scientific Assembly |
AAFP has developed several tools to assist practices in preparation for the International Classification of Diseases, Vol. 10, Clinical Modification (ICD-10) implementation date of Oct. 1, 2014. The following tools on ICD-10 implementation were launched during the AAFP Scientific Assembly and are now available on the AAFP website. The ICD-10 Timeline Checklist can help guide practices in the processes that should be taking place and by what date they should occur. It also allows for a designated responsible party to be identified for each action item. The ICD-10 Cost Calculator can be used to determine the budget for ICD-10 implementation. And the ICD-10 FAQ covers 12 of the most commonly asked questions on ICD-10. Access these resources and more at www.aafp.org/icd10.
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Texas Poison Center Network provides resources for physicians, patients |
The Texas Poison Center Network connects physicians to medical toxicology consults and case management, toxicology questions, information on drugs or emerging trends, and educational materials for you to give to patients. Consultation with the medical professionals at poison control centers saves tax dollars and medical costs by reducing ER visits when patients call the poison network first, shortens hospital stays when a physician toxicologist is consulted, and is available simply by calling 1-800-222-1222 any time. TPCN encourages physicians to use the poison center network online resources and to educate your patients to access the network when needed. For more information, to go www.poisoncontrol.org.
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Explore AHRQ’s patient-centered medical home resource center |
The PCMH model emphasizes patient-centered, comprehensive, coordinated, accessible care, and a system-wide focus on quality and safety. Mathematica’s health experts collaborated with the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) to develop the PCMH Resource Center, a website offering the latest evidence-based PCMH research—many authored by Mathematica’s health experts—to help health care policymakers and researchers build and assess the effectiveness of this promising model. This site also includes several resources for implementers on facilitation or coaching of primary care practices. Go to www.pcmh.ahrq.gov.
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Navigate the Medicaid 1115 Transformation Waiver with HHSC resources |
The Texas Department of Health and Human Services has updated the 1115 Transformation Waiver website with several additional resources, including the following. The updated RHP (Regional Healthcare Partnership) Plan Template Companion Document complements the RHP Plan Template and contains an updated plan submission timeline. The RHP Plan Anchor Checklist is used for reviewing the RHP Plan submission. Additional electronic Pass 1 workbooks have been posted for performing providers that did not receive a Pass 1 allocation but are participating in Pass 1 through collaboration. And a list of affiliation numbers for waiver participants for inclusion in the electronic workbook. Access these resources and more at www.hhsc.state.tx.us/1115-waiver.shtml.
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