http://www.toa.org The primary resource for the orthopaedic community! en-US Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:30:00 CST Texas Orthopaedic Association 2011 60 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic1 The April 18-20, 2013 TOA/TOF/TSSM 2013 Annual Meeting is less than a month away. The deadline for booking a hotel room and securing the outstanding rate of $260 is April 4, 2013. Please visit toa.org for more details about sec... Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:11:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Encompass Home Health Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:10:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic3 Frog-leg Lateral Pelvic Radiographs Are More Reliable than AP for the Measurement of Acetabular Indices in Evaluation of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip: Purpose: The acetabular index is routinely measured on screening pelvic ... Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: ProAssurance Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic5 Physicians without a Medicare enrollment record who currently refer or order services or items for Medicare patients must be enrolled in Medicare by May 1, 2013. To learn more about the policy, please visit the Medicare Learning... Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Breg Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic7 As you are probably aware, one of the most important legislative challenges we have before us is the issue of Physical Therapists requesting direct patient access. The TOA has been very vocal in its opposition to this legislation... Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Orthoscan Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic9 On February 1st the long overdue final rule of the Sunshine Act was released. The Act aims to increase transparency relating to payments and investments held by physicians and teaching hospitals. For those many physicians who h... Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic10 Thank You To Our Sponsor: SimplifyMD Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic10 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic11 Thank you to everyone for responding to our action alerts and making telephone calls to lawmakers on various issues in the Texas Legislature. Your calls are making a difference. I will keep sending legislative updates and actio... Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/25th/index.php#Topic11 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic1 The legislative process is at the forefront of many conversations nowadays, thanks to interest in Congress, the Texas Legislature, and Netflix's new political series - House of Cards. The series, which has become an instant seri... Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: ARA Diagnostic Imaging Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic3 Houston-based Collaborative Health Systems (CHS), which is a subsidiary of Universal American Corp., is the nation's largest operator of Medicare accountable care organizations (ACOs). The organization now has four ACOs in Texas... Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Forest Park Medical Centers Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic5 This abstract was submitted for the 2013 TOA/TOF/TSSM Annual Meeting which will be held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin, TX between April 18-20, 2013. Winner and Runner Up submissions will be republished with full author info... Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Medtronic Advanced Energy Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic7 Washington, DC. In the last eConnect, I referred to the recent Washington, DC issue as the fiscal cliff. I need to correct that statement: the latest situation is not known as the fiscal cliff (that was earlier this year). The ... Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic8 The April 18th-20th The Texas Orthopaedic Association (TOA) / Texas Orthopaedic Foundation (TOF) / Texas Society of Sports Medicine (TSSM) Annual Meeting - held at The Four Season's in Austin, TX - is right around the corner. If ... Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic9 Note: Throughout the 2013 Texas Legislature, each eConnect will include this bill tracker, which follows the progress of every bill that is relevant to Orthopaedic surgeons. Each issue area provides a brief update. This eConnect... Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/03-2013/11th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic1 The 2013 Texas Legislature has been very unusual. To date, an unusually small number of bills have been filed, which has resulted in a much smaller pool of bills to be considered at committee hearings. As a result, many bills t... Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:10:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Arthrosurface Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Austin: Workers' Comp - New Utilization Rules: Effective February 20 2. Austin: New PPO Network Adequacy Proposal: Positive Changes for Physicians 3. Washington: May NOLC Trip and SGR/Fiscal Cliff Update Austin:... Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: gloStream Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic5 This abstract was submitted for the 2013 TOA/TOF/TSSM Annual Meeting which will be held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin, TX between April 18-20, 2013. Qinner and Runner Up submissions will be republished with full author info... Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Medical Protective Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic7 Matt Zurek, the Texas Department of Insurance Division of Workers Compensation (DWC) executive deputy commissioner for health care management, told attendees at TOA's February Socioeconomic Summit about the DWC's new closed formu... Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: TriMed, Inc Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic9 Updated February 20, 2013 Note: Throughout the 2013 Texas Legislature, each eConnect will include this bill tracker, which follows the progress of every bill that is relevant to orthopaedic surgeons. Each issue area provides a b... Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic10 The adoption of electronic health records (EHRs) and the introduction of health care IT into medical practices have been some of the most talked about events in medicine over the past few years. Please join us on the afternoon o... Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/25th/index.php#Topic10 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic1 Super Bowl Weekend has always been one of my favorite times of year. This year I, along with approximately 40 colleagues, spent the weekend in Austin at the TOA Socioeconomic Summit. This biannual conference is specifically tai... Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:10:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Conformis, Inc Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic3 The "fiscal cliff" may have been averted for now, however the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, passed earlier this month, includes a new rule allowing the government to collect overpayments that are identified within five ca... Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Entrada Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic5 Just in case you missed the news, our own David Teuscher has been elected Second Vice President of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Teuscher is a Texas Orthopaedic Association past president from Beaumont, Texas, an... Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Sanofi Biosurgery Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic7 This abstract was submitted for the 2013 TOA/TOF/TSSM Annual Meeting which will be held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin, TX between April 18-20, 2013. Winner and Runner Up submissions will be republished with full author info... Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic8 On January 17, 2013 the long awaited HITECH Omnibus Final Rule was published by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights. The Final Rule significantly affects the following areas: 1. 1. Bus... Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic9 Now that both the House and Senate committees have been named, we are starting to see more bills filed. The committees that handle appropriations have already started discussing Medicaid reimbursement issues. We will expect the... Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic10 Dozens of physical therapists will visit Austin tomorrow (February 12) to ask state lawmakers to pass a bill that would allow patients to have direct access to physical therapists with doctorates (bypassing a physician referral).... Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/02-2013/11th/index.php#Topic10 http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic1 If you're like me, you have many medical society and trade association memberships from which to choose each year. With declining reimbursements and rising expenses, it is becoming more difficult to join every organization that ... Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:09:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic1 http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Carr Riggs Ingram, CPA Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:08:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic2 http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic3 Two Dallas physicians - William Jones, MD (cardiothoracic surgeon) and Edward Panousieris, MD (family practice) - recently formed the North Texas Alliance for Quality Care (NTAQC) as a physician-focused collaborative to assist in... Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:07:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic3 http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Greenway Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:06:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic4 http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic5 Note: Throughout the 2013 Texas Legislature, each eConnect will include this bill tracker, which follows the progress of every bill that is relevant to orthopaedic surgeons. We'll add new bills when they are released. It is sti... Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:05:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic5 http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic6 Texas Group Discovers $1 Million in Additional Revenue! Our most recent Texas client, a 6 physician, 1 PA group, stands to realize a net gain, AFTER paying for Phoenix Ortho software and 5 years of support, of over $980,000.00! L... Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:04:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic6 http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic7 Table of Contents: 1. Texas State Senate Committees Named 2. TMB's Proposal Regarding LCME Accredited Graduates 3. Chiropractor Amendments Concerning Scope of Practice 4. New Texas ACOs Named 5. HIPAA Changes 6. HIPAA and Patient... Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:03:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic7 http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: TMLT Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:02:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic8 http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic9 This abstract was submitted for the 2013 TOA/TOF/TSSM Annual Meeting which will be held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin, TX between April 18-20, 2013. Winner and Runner Up submissions will be republished with full author inf... Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:01:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/28th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/14th/index.php#Topic1 Happy New Year! I'm looking forward to a busy 2013 for TOA. Not only is this my first President's Message of the year, but it also might be the most important note that I send to you in 2013. Last Tuesday, the 2013 Texas Leg... Mon, 14 Jan 2013 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/14th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/14th/index.php#Topic2 Note: Throughout the 2013 Texas Legislature, each eConnect will include this bill tracker, which follows the progress of every bill that is relevant to orthopaedic surgeons. We'll add to the bill tracker in each eConnect. It is ... Mon, 14 Jan 2013 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/14th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/14th/index.php#Topic3 A distinguished vascular specialist in his 80s performs surgery, then goes on vacation, forgetting he has patients in the hospital; one subsequently dies because no doctor was overseeing his care. An internist who suffered a stro... Mon, 14 Jan 2013 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/14th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/14th/index.php#Topic4 Beginning February 1, 2013, all TMLT policies include an EPLI endorsement at no additional premium. The endorsement covers alleged wrongful employment practices, including (but not limited to): violation of any federal, state, lo... Mon, 14 Jan 2013 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/14th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/14th/index.php#Topic5 FEDERAL ISSUES Congress and the SGR; Debt Ceiling Issue Returning; MedPAC - Site Neutral Payments; Federal Update - Congress and the SGR: The recent "cliff deal" passed by Congress and signed into law by President Obama included ... Mon, 14 Jan 2013 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2013/01-2013/14th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic1 The New Year is rapidly approaching and the Texas Orthopaedic Association is going through one of the biggest changes in our history. Donna Parker, who has been our outstanding Executive Director for the last 25 years, is transi... Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:11:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Breg Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:10:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic3 Concerned with the growing costs of health care, self-insured employers and third party administrators (TPAs) are developing new payment initiatives, many of which have been developed in just the past two years. As a result of t... Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: CMAC Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic5 Most doctors have made efforts to trim expenses and improve their practice's profitability, but money may still be going out faster than it's coming in. If you think you can't carve another penny from your list of expenditures, t... Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Covidien Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic7 Register now! The 2013 TOA/TOF Socioeconomic Summit and The Business of Orthopaedics course will be held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin, Texas. The most active and influential of TOA's membership will meet next year for a d... Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Janssen Biotech Inc. Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic9 If you would like to make a difference in the Texas Legislature, please consider reserving a day on your calendar in February, March, or April to visit with lawmakers about issues that impact orthopaedic surgeons. Whether it's a... Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic10 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Orthofix Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic10 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic11 The Texas Orthopaedic Association has been such a major part of my life since I began to work with the Association in 1987. I have dedicated my career to building Texas Orthopaedic Association into an effective educational/scie... Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/17th/index.php#Topic11 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic1 The 2013 TOA/TOF Socioeconomic Summit and The Business of Orthopaedics course will be held February 1-3, 2013 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin, Texas. Look for registration details soon! The most active and influential of TOA... Mon, 3 Dec 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Arthrex Mon, 3 Dec 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic3 You are cordially invited to attend the 2013 Socioeconomic Summit February 1-3, 2013 at the Four Seasons Hotel as well as the 2013 Annual Meeting of the Texas Orthopaedic Association (TOA) and the Texas Orthopaedic Foundation (TO... Mon, 3 Dec 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Cayenne Medical Mon, 3 Dec 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic5 Discharging a patient who signs an Against Medical Advice (AMA) form may not fully protect the physician or hospital from liability. One may be led to believe that if a patient is coherent and fully aware of his urgent medical pr... Mon, 3 Dec 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Orthopaedic Finance Mon, 3 Dec 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic7 The 2013 AAOS Nominating Committee has determined to recommend the following individuals to serve in the specified AAOS leadership positions, to begin service following the 2013 AAOS Annual Meeting: Mon, 3 Dec 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: TeDan Surgical Innovations Mon, 3 Dec 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic9 The presidential election dominated the media coverage of the November election. However, a number of state and federal legislative races that could have a great impact on health care were lost in the media coverage. The follow... Mon, 3 Dec 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/12-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic1 With the start of the 2013 Texas Legislature and a new U.S. Congress just two months away, TOA is updating its database of TOA member relationships with state and federal lawmakers. As a result, we are asking all TOA members to ... Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:11:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Angiotech Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:10:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic3 You are cordially invited to attend the 2013 Socioeconomic Summit February 1-3, 2013 at the Four Seasons Hotel as well as the 2013 Annual Meeting of the Texas Orthopaedic Association (TOA) and the Texas Orthopaedic Foundation (TO... Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Medtronic Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic5 As key features of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) are phased in over the next few years, it will be essential for small practices to find new ways to protect their bottom line and make sure they are stable enough to withstand the ... Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: OrthoPediatrics Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic7 Mark your calendar for some informative meetings and opportunities to learn more about the Own the Bone program this spring from our Organizational Alliance partners. View more information on any of the events by clicking on the ... Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: SI-Bone Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic9 Austin, TX - The Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation (TDI-DWC) seeks input and suggestions regarding the development of the CY 2013 Medical Quality Review Annual Audit Plan (Audit Plan). The Audit Pla... Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic10 Thank You To Our Sponsor: The Doctors Company Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic10 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic11 WASHINGTON, DC. Medicare: Indications that Novitas will continue audits and a list of key contacts. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and TOA have learned that Novitas will continue reviewing JH DRG 470 claims a... Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/19th/index.php#Topic11 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic1 At the AAOS Fall meeting a very disturbing scenario was put forth: Congress, in an effort to find a way to avoid mandated sequestration cuts, asked the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) to look at possible savings from eliminati... Mon, 5 Nov 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Genzyme Biosurgery Mon, 5 Nov 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic3 Raymund King, MD, JD, practiced otolaryngology for 10 years before leaving medicine to become a health care attorney. Today, his Plano-based law firm represents hundreds of physicians and physician groups in complex business and ... Mon, 5 Nov 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: RTI Biologics Mon, 5 Nov 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic5 Join us for the T-BONES 2012 Annual Meeting on November 8-9 at The Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas. Learn something new. Network with colleagues. Have a great time. Registration: View the T-BONES 2012 Annual Fall Meeting regist... Mon, 5 Nov 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: SimplifyMD Mon, 5 Nov 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic7 From the lakes of Minnesota, to the ... clinics of Tennessee? The best places to practice medicine may surprise you. According to a report prepared annually by Physicians Practice, an online media and resource tool for doctors, Ida... Mon, 5 Nov 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Wright Medical Mon, 5 Nov 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic9 State Re-Examines PPO Network Adequacy/EPO Rule: Last week, the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) announced that it would be offering a new proposed rule concerning PPO network adequacy and exclusive provider organization (EPO)... Mon, 5 Nov 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/11-2012/5th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic1 Recently, we have seen several public policy initiatives in Austin and Washington that could have a major impact on medicine. Washington, DC: Congress is quickly reviewing all savings possibilities to avoid the mandatory 2 percen... Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:11:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Bacterin Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:10:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic3 Mention the words 'continuing medical education' to any orthopaedist and you will likely get a response resembling an annoyed sigh. Make no mistake, continuing medical education (CME) plays an important role in a physician's educ... Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Breg Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic5 You are cordially invited to attend the 2013 Socioeconomic Summit February 1-3, 2013 at the Four Seasons Hotel as well as the 2013 Annual Meeting of the Texas Orthopaedic Association (TOA) and the Texas Orthopaedic Foundation (TO... Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: gloStream Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic7 What Are The Indications for Shoulder Replacement Surgery? The most common indication for shoulder replacement remains primary glenohumeral osteoarthritis. Other indications include complex proximal humeral fractures, rheumatoid ... Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic8 I was recently asked to prepare a presentation for the annual New England regional AAOE meeting on the topic of why meaningful use was worth the trouble. Of course I had my own opinion based on the experience we have had with ou... Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic9 With the Nov. 19 crossover from TrailBlazer to Novitas Solutions looming, Texas physicians have even more Medicare changes than normal to work through for the upcoming year. TMA's Medicare 2013 seminar series aims to take the gue... Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic10 Thank You To Our Sponsor: The Methodist Hospital System Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic10 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic11 Dallas -- More than 40 physicians credentialed to practice at Texas Institute for Surgery at Texas Health Presbyterian Dallas are recognized by D Magazine in its October issue, Best Doctors 2012. Best Doctors is an annual peer-re... Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/22nd/index.php#Topic11 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic1 A new law from the 2011 Texas Legislature that expands the state's medical privacy laws beyond the federal requirements (HIPAA) went into effect on September 1, 2012. Specifically, HB 300 altered the state's Medical Records Priv... Mon, 8 Oct 2012 13:09:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic1 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: AlloSource Mon, 8 Oct 2012 13:08:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic2 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic3 With a shortage of doctors in the U.S. already and millions of new patients set to gain coverage under President Barack Obama's health-care overhaul, American medical schools are struggling to close the gap. One major reason: The... Mon, 8 Oct 2012 13:07:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic3 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Auxilium Pharmaceuticals Mon, 8 Oct 2012 13:06:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic4 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic5 In Brownsville, offensive linemen for Pace High School's football team hit a sled during a Sept. 11 practice. As public school athletic programs adjust to a new state law on how to respond when student athletes get concussions on... Mon, 8 Oct 2012 13:05:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic5 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Cayenne Medical Mon, 8 Oct 2012 13:04:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic6 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic7 In a victory for doctors, a Texas appeals court has upheld as constitutional the state's $250,000 noneconomic damages cap in medical liability cases. The decision is the first time an appellate court has validated the limit under... Mon, 8 Oct 2012 13:03:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic7 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Ferring Pharmaceuticals Mon, 8 Oct 2012 13:02:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic8 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic9 The Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation (TDI-DWC) is accepting comment on a proposed rule to add new 28 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) 126.17. The purpose of the proposed rule is to implement releva... Mon, 8 Oct 2012 13:01:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/10-2012/8th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic1 As many of you already know, a challenge to the physician-owned hospital regulations of the Patient Protection and Affordability Care Act (PPACA) has been dismissed by federal court. This is extremely important to Texans. Our s... Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: ARA Diagnostic Imaging Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic3 Last Monday, the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) released a proposed rule for health care collaborative, which would create new Title 28, Texas Administrative Code Chapter 13, Subchapter E. The 2011 Texas Legislature passed a... Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Cayenne Medical Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic5 We are hearing from many TOA members that audits regarding the medical necessity of certain joint replacement surgeries by the Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) in Texas and several other states is one of the top issues fa... Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Cobalt Health Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic7 This year's conference is being held at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas. Brimming with authentic Texas style and hospitality, the awe-inspiring Gaylord Texan Hotel and Convention Center invites you to experience the energy ... Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Integrity Rehab Group Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic9 You are cordially invited to attend the 2013 Socioeconomic Summit February 1-3, 2013 at the Four Seasons Hotel as well as the 2013 Annual Meeting of the Texas Orthopaedic Association (TOA) and the Texas Orthopaedic Foundation (TO... Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/24th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic1 Fall is in the air (barely) and that means one thing in Texas - football. For many of us, it also means nights away from our families taking care of high school football teams. Fortunately this year there is no new legislation ... Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Carticept Medical Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic3 The Masters Series: Anterior Hip Course represents an ongoing effort on the part of the ICJR faculty to combine interactive participation and the latest supportive knowledge related to the most significant orthopaedic surgical pr... Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Covidien Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic5 You have until September 30 to get your application in to DSHS. Committee members serve three-year terms. The application form can be downloaded from the News/Features column of the DSHS Office of EMS/Trauma Systems Coordination ... Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Greenway Medical Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic7 However, researchers find that hospitals adopting electronic health records designed to meet the first stage of meaningful use saw gains in clinical quality. Electronic health records boosted to meet stage 1 meaningful use standa... Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: The Doctors Company Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic9 Practicing Physicians Considering Early Retirement As Patient Population Rises. Transformative Changes in America's Health Care System Expected to Exacerbate Physician Shortage. Health Care Lineage Threatened As Nine Out of Ten P... Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/10th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic1 Happy Labor Day! Mon, 3 Sep 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: AlloSource Mon, 3 Sep 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic3 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Carr, Riggs and Ingram Mon, 3 Sep 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Global Healthcare Alliance Mon, 3 Sep 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic5 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Ortho Pediatrics Mon, 3 Sep 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Orthopaedic Finance Mon, 3 Sep 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic7 Thank You To Our Sponsor: VXS Imaging Mon, 3 Sep 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/09-2012/3rd/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic1 As summer is coming to a close, and kids are getting ready to start school, I know that you are pressed for time. I will keep this E-Connect message short and to the point. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has ... Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You to Our Sponsors: CMAC Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic3 TOA's public policy consultant, Bobby Hillert, wrote a memo for TOA that summarizes the recent elections and all of the regulatory issues that impact medicine. To view the memo, please click here and login to the TOA website. Th... Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Genzyme Biosurgery Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic5 Save The Dates! TOA/TOF 2013 Meetings! Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: gloStream Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic7 Does MOC apply to you? Chances are, yes. If you have a time-limited certificate, no matter when it expires, you should be somewhere in the 10-year Maintenance of Certification (MOC) cycle-and you should be registered as a partici... Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Orthofix Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic9 On April 10, 2012 the Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation (TDI-DWC) solicited and received constructive input from workers' compensation system participants on its initial plan to audit opioid utiliza... Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/27th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic1 So what do you do if your Recovery Auditor Contractor (RAC) contacts you? Simple. You comply. That's the law. Just because its the law does not mean that you must stop all business and respond the RAC demand. Once you have r... Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Jackson and Cooksey Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic3 AUSTIN, TX - The Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation (TDI-DWC) is offering free educational seminars entitled Overview of New and Amended Designated Doctor Rules and Forms. The seminars are for all Te... Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Simplify MD Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic5 ROUND ROCK, Texas - The Texas Rangers, through the local support of the Round Rock Express and Orthopaedic Associates of Central Texas, will conduct an open tryout camp for prospective professional baseball players to be held Wed... Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: RTI Biologics Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic7 Austin, TX - On June 22, 2012, the Board of Governors of Texas Medical Liability Trust (TMLT) approved a 15% dividend for policyholders who renew in 2013. The dividend will save them approximately $20 million in 2013 premium. Thi... Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: TeDan Surgical Innovations Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic9 A Medicare billing audit is a hornet's nest of confusion that leaves doctors baffled, frustrated, and at risk. How can you protect yourself and do what's right while still staying sane? Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/08-2012/13th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/30th/index.php#Topic1 I would like to introduce you to TOA's newest public policy consultant, Bobby Hillert. Beginning December 1st, Bobby will lead our public policy operations. Jeff Gdula, an attorney, will be handling our scope of practice issues... Mon, 30 Jul 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/30th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/30th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: HealthReady Mon, 30 Jul 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/30th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/30th/index.php#Topic3 Check out the new topics and video at Orthopaedic CME Online (OCO) at the Texas Orthopaedic Foundation website. The following topics have been recently added: "The Concussion Symposium" by Summer D. Ott, Psy.D and Scott Rand, MD ... 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Brimming with authentic Texas style and hospitality, the awe-inspiring Gaylord Texan Hotel and Convention Center invites you to experience the energy ... Mon, 30 Jul 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/30th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/16th/index.php#Topic1 Our last E-Connect contained information related to Recovery Audit Contractors, or RACS. Most of you may be aware of what the RAC program is, but for those who do not a little background may be useful. Recovery auditing is not ... Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/16th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/16th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Arthrex Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/16th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/16th/index.php#Topic3 According to new research, malpractice claims has dipped dramatically among Massachusetts physicians using electronic medical records - although it is unclear as to whether these claims are supported by electronic record keeping. 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Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/16th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/16th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Greenway Medical Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/16th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/07-2012/16th/index.php#Topic7 A recent survey of over 5,000 physicians and surgeons on the Future of Health Care indicates that the anticipated shortage of health care professionals may be exacerbated by growing physician sentiment. The medical profession has... 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We are pleased to say that Patrick Palmer, MD, TOA President-Elect and AAOS Board of Counc... Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Angiotech Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic3 in medical school, residency or fellowship yet, have a great impact on every orthopaedist's career. Learning about these three less tangible subjects is one of the reasons why being a part of the TOA is such a valuable experience... Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: ARA Diagnostic Imaging Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic5 On May 16th, the House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee approved the Fiscal Year (FY) 2013 Department of Defense (DoD) Appropriations bill. The bill appropriates $30 million to the DoD Peer Reviewed Orthopaedic Research Progra... Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Orthoscan Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic7 1. Out-of-network. Centers continue to struggle with managed care contracting and with whether to stay in-network or provide services out-of-network. Certain chains and centers seem to still be making a lot of money by providing ... Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Viztek/Southwest X Ray Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic9 On April 10, 2012 the Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation (TDI-DWC) solicited and received constructive input from workers' compensation system participants on its initial plan to audit opioid utiliza... Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/18th/index.php#Topic9 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic1 Summer is here! For many of us, especially in Texas, that means time outside playing in and by the pool. Summer also means millions of kids slathered in gallons of sunscreen. Media outlets from the New York Times to MSNBC are ... Mon, 4 Jun 2012 13:09:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic1 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Cobalt Health Mon, 4 Jun 2012 13:08:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic2 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic3 Head to Dallas for the 27th Annual Meeting of the North American Spine Society! This year's program includes expanded concurrent sessions providing you the opportunity to focus your education based upon your needs and interests. ... 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Mon, 4 Jun 2012 13:05:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic5 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: NexTech Mon, 4 Jun 2012 13:04:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic6 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic7 Sports-related concussions have attracted attention in recent years, with an increased focus on the diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and return to play guidelines. Because symptomatology is critical to the diagnosis of a concuss... Mon, 4 Jun 2012 13:03:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic7 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Ortho Pediatrics Mon, 4 Jun 2012 13:02:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic8 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic9 1. Division of Workers' Compensation Announces Recent Enforcement Actions. 2. Revised, Repealed and New Medical Dispute Resolution Forms: DWC Form-044, DWC Form-045A, Form-045M, DWC Form-049 and DWC Form-06. 3. Basic Workers' Com... Mon, 4 Jun 2012 13:01:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/06-2012/4th/index.php#Topic9 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic1 Whether we like it or not, Maintenance of Certification (MOC) is here to stay. For those of you not familiar with MOC, it is the process that Fellows of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) need to follow to remain B... Mon, 21 May 2012 13:09:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic1 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: API Pro-Assurance Mon, 21 May 2012 13:08:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic2 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic3 On April 25-27, the 2012 National Orthopaedic Leadership Conference was held in Washington D.C. The NOLC is an intense three-day educational and advocacy experience attended by the Board of Councilors, the Board of Specialty Soci... Mon, 21 May 2012 13:07:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic3 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Carticept Medical Mon, 21 May 2012 13:06:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic4 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic5 The use of information technology in the healthcare industry, commonly referred to as health IT, continues to expand and provide support to health professionals. Integrating IT in health administration has proven to reduce overh... Mon, 21 May 2012 13:05:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic5 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Paramed Medical Systems Mon, 21 May 2012 13:04:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic6 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic7 Letter from Molina Healthcare Mon, 21 May 2012 13:03:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic7 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Wright Medical Mon, 21 May 2012 13:02:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic8 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic9 The University of Texas at San Antonio Small Business Development Center (UTSA SBDC) will sponsor an educational seminar for medical office staff, including office managers and billing staff, entitled Basic Workers' Compensation ... Mon, 21 May 2012 13:01:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/21st/index.php#Topic9 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic1 Our Executive Vice President, Donna Parker, was awarded the AAOS Executive Director of the Year honor from the State Societies Committee last week at the National Orthopaedic Leadership Conference in Washington. As one of the tw... Mon, 07 May 2012 13:11:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic1 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Acumed Mon, 07 May 2012 13:10:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic2 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic3 William Beaumont Army Medical Center and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Paul L. Foster School of Medicine 12th Annual Orthopaedic Surgery Research Day Proudly Present: "Articular Cartilage Injuries: Current Treatmen... 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Mon, 07 May 2012 13:06:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic6 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic7 WASHINGTON, DC - In a new study released today, parents report 1 in 3 children who play team sports sustain injuries severe enough to require medical treatment. Coaching Our Kids to Fewer Injuries: A Report on Youth Sports Safety... Mon, 07 May 2012 13:05:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic7 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: SimplifyMD Mon, 07 May 2012 13:04:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic8 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic9 WEDNESDAY, April 4 (HealthDay News) - For doctors defending medical malpractice claims, costs vary widely across specialties and can run into the tens of thousands, even when a patient did not receive a payout, new research shows... Mon, 07 May 2012 13:03:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic9 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic10 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Zimmer Mon, 07 May 2012 13:02:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic10 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic11 The Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation (TDI-DWC) is hosting brown bag educational sessions entitled Returning Injured Employees to Work at its field offices around the state in May 2012. The educatio... Mon, 07 May 2012 13:01:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/05-2012/7th/index.php#Topic11 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic1 I would like to thank Dr. Omer Ilahi for doing such a great job of leading the Texas Orthopaedic Association for the last year. The important tasks of cleaning up the TOA bylaws and ensuring that out CME designation remained inta... Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:11:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: gloStream Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:10:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic3 In response to concerns raised by the AMA and several state and specialty medical societies, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that it will delay a transmittal establishing a new national policy for c... 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Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Texas Medical Liability Trust Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic7 The Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation (TDI-DWC) is conducting a free workshop for new designated doctors on Friday, May 4, 2012. The workshop will focus on conducting designated doctor examinations ... Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Viztek/Southwest X-Ray Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic9 Probably all actively practicing orthopedic surgeons wonder at some time toward the end of their careers, the ever-present question, "Is there life after orthopedics?" This Orthopedics Today Round Table calls upon four orthopedic... Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic10 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Global Healthcare Alliance Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic10 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic11 Patient safety and quality control is essential among healthcare providers, and particularly important in orthopedics, where some studies show the burden of care for infections could be $1 billion to $2 billion per year. "Quality... Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/23rd/index.php#Topic11 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic1 The 2012 TOA/TOF/TSSM Annual Meeting will be held at the Houstonian Hotel, Club and Spa in Houston this week: Friday, April 13th and Saturday, April 14th. We are looking forward to having you join us for a great meeting with except... Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:11:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic1 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic2 A smartphone isn't just a phone. It's a miniature computer. We surf the web, email, play games, and - thanks to the rapidly expanding world of smartphone applications ("apps") - use our smartphones and other wireless devices as tools... Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:10:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic2 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic3 Of the more than 7,500 parts in the human body, the knee's meniscus may be the most vulnerable. The crescent-shaped cushions of rubbery cartilage - two in each knee - act as shock absorbers as people walk, run, pivot and bend. Sudden... Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:09:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic3 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: ARA Diagnostic Imaging Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:08:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic4 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic5 Orthopaedic Surgeons, Automakers Continue Effort to Help People Keep their Eyes on the Road and Hands on the Wheel to Avoid Injuries. WASHINGTON, DC - The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), in partnership with the A... Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:07:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic5 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic6 Medical practices are often an easy target for employee theft, and the amount of money that employees steal can quickly cripple the operation. For all industries nationwide, that amount runs into the billions of dollars according... Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:06:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic6 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic7 Hundreds of patients, physicians, and office staff joined forces in McAllen (watch video) urging state legislators to rescind budget cuts that are harming access to care for thousands of dual - eligible patients - those who qualify... Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:05:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic7 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Methodist Bone and Joint Center Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:04:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic8 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic9 Orthopaedic surgeons whose certification will expire in 2013, 2014, or 2015 and who plan to take the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) examination in 2013 must submit an examination ... Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:03:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic9 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic10 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Bacterin Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:02:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic10 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic11 Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments on the proposed changes to Pre-Authorization Rule Chapter 134. Our primary concerns as noted below relate to effective and timely communication opportunities between the requesti... Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:01:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/04-2012/9th/index.php#Topic11 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic1 On April 25-27, 2012, The TOA Legislative Delegation will meet with our Texas Senators and Representatives in Washington DC during the National Orthopaedic Leadership Conference. Representatives, Senators and their Health Issue S... Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:11:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic1 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: ConforMis Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:10:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic2 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic3 The 2012 TOA/TOF Annual Meeting will be held at the Houstonian Hotel, Club and Spa in Houston, Texas. We are looking forward to having you join us for a great meeting with exceptional orthopaedic speakers and special events! Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:09:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic3 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Desert Radiology Solutions Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:08:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic4 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic5 TOA Orthopedic Coding Course. ICD-10 Readiness and 2012 Coding Updates. Is YOUR practice ready for the changes? 2012 CPT codes and guidelines changes are significant. Is your office documenting patients' records and 'medical nece... Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:07:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic5 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Jackson Cooksey Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:06:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic6 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic7 Sports Related Concussion and Mild TBI: Developments in Treatment and Management. Are you prepared for Natasha's Law? The bill, dubbed Natasha's Law, calls for state-mandated education for all parties, the removal from play of su... Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:05:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic7 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Orthoscan Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:04:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic8 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic9 This spring, the TMLT Risk Management Department will offer the seminar series "TMB Rules You May Not Know - But Should." Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to: Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:03:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic9 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic10 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Orthopaedic Finance Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:02:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic10 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic11 Do you know an orthopaedic surgeon who is committed to making orthopaedic care accessible to a diverse population? Nominate them for the 2013 AAOS Diversity Award! This is your opportunity to recognize a colleague or mentor for... Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:01:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/26th/#Topic11 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic1 It is crucial for TOA Active Members to also be active in attending the TOA Annual Business Luncheon during this year's TOA/TOF/TSSM Annual Meeting. In keeping with the times, our Bylaws Committee Chair, Dr. Kyle Dickson and I h... Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Medical Protective Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic3 The 2012 TOA/TOF Annual Meeting will be held at the Houstonian Hotel, Club and Spa in Houston, Texas. We are looking forward to having you join us for a great meeting with exceptional orthopaedic speakers and special events! Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: DJO Global Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic5 TOA Orthopedic Coding Course ICD-10 Readiness and 2012 Coding Updates Is YOUR practice ready for the changes? 2012 CPT codes and guidelines changes are significant. Is your office documenting patients' records and 'medical necess... Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: HealthReady Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic7 Are you prepared for Natasha's Law? The bill, dubbed Natasha's Law, calls for state-mandated education for all parties, the removal from play of suspected concussed athletes and, most importantly, guidelines for return to activit... Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Encompass Home Health Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic9 TOA's CME EMR Luncheon was held in Austin last month. The guest speaker, Penny Crow, RHIA gave an informative presentation on EMR/EHR Implementation and how to "navigate the EMR process" successfully. Penny also gave out a helpfu... Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/03-2012/12th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic1 Responding to public pressure and regulatory demands, The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) has outlined four general competencies for American physicians. The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) has included ... Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic2 The deadline for receiving the first and largest financial incentive from the federal government is fast approaching. In fact, all providers in every specialty must be fully utilizing an EHR by October 1, 2012 to qualify. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic3 Are you ready for the changes and how it will affect MS Coding in 2013? In 2012 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes and guidelines changes are significant. Do you know when to use, how to use and what the documentation nee... Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Viztek/Southwest X-Ray Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic5 Sports Related Concussion and Mild TBI: Developments in Treatment and Management. Are you prepared for Natasha's Law? The bill, dubbed Natasha's Law, calls for state-mandated education for all parties, the removal from play of su... Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Integrity Rehab Group Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic7 If you do not know what these acronyms mean, your practice can suffer greatly. The Medicare Administrative Contractors are the organizations that contract with CMS to administer Medicare within the country. Medicare Administrativ... Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Carr, Riggs and Ingram Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic9 The 2012 TOA/TOF Annual Meeting will be held at the Houstonian Hotel, Club and Spa in Houston, Texas. We are looking forward to having you join us for a great meeting with exceptional orthopaedic speakers and special events! Apri... Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/27th/index.php#Topic9 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic1 In the last e-Connect, we asked you to respond to us if your practice has received information about RAC or MAC Audits. We need to see what the TOA membership is experiencing regarding the occurrences and the types of Medicare a... Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:09:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic1 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic2 It's important to appear caring, compassionate, and qualified as a defendant on the witness stand. As this case shows, it's imperative to have the right experts standing with you at the time of trial. Not all insurance companies... Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:08:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic2 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic3 You are cordially invited to join us for a FREE and FABULOUS lunch at Maggiano's Little Italy in The Domain. Penny Crow, RHIA, was a speaker at the T-Bones (Texas Orthopedic Administrators Society) 2011 Annual Meeting and will g... Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:07:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic3 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Paramed Medical Systems Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:06:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic4 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic5 One of the greatest challenges facing physicians and their staffs today is how to prepare for audits and financial reviews conducted by the Medicare Recovery Audit Contractors (RACs) and private payers and how to appeal adverse a... Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:05:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic5 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: NexTech Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:04:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic6 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic7 The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' (CMS) current audit initiatives have resulted in an active audit landscape of Medicare contractors targeting healthcare providers and suppliers, including orthopaedic physicians. T... Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:03:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic7 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: gloStream Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:02:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic8 http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic9 If you participate in Medicare, you may have had some of your claims audited. Sometimes, this results in an overpayment request, which requires you to refund payment for a specific claim to Medicare. Our goal at the AAOS is to en... Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:01:00 CST http://toa.org/ecard/2012/02-2012/13th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic1 The TOA Executive Office has received questions from some of our members regarding Trailblazer Part A/B Cross Claim Reviews. More specifically, Trailblazer is reviewing claims billed with MS-DRG 470 (major joint replacement or r... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Acumed Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic3 You are cordially invited to join us for a FREE and FABULOUS lunch at Maggiano's Little Italy in The Domain. Penny Crow, RHIA, was a speaker at the T-Bones (Texas Orthopedic Administrators Society) 2011 Annual Meeting and will g... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Desert Radiology Solutions Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic5 Total payments to hospitals through the Medicare and Medicaid electronic health-record system incentive programs more than doubled from October through December to more than $1.9 billion, according to the CMS' latest monthly repo... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic6 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Greenway Medical Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic7 Physicians who wonder whether they received a hardship exemption from Medicare's 1% penalty in 2012 for failing to e-prescribe in 2011 will have to find out by reading the fine print on their payment remittance statements. The Ce... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Methodist Bone and Joint Center Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic9 James Andrews, MD, founder of Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Gulf Breeze, Fla., was named the 2010-2011 Southeastern Conference Team Physician of the Year by the Southern Orthopaedic Association SEC Progr.. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/30th/index.php#Topic9 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic1 The 2012 TOA/TOF Annual Meeting will be held at the Houstonian Hotel, Club and Spa in Houston, Texas. We are looking forward to having you join us for a great meeting with exceptional orthopaedic speakers and special events! Here... Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:09:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic1 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic2 Thank You To Our Sponsor: ARA Diagnostic Imaging Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:08:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic2 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic3 Physicians have until Feb. 14 to determine their Medicare participation status for 2012. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) extended the annual enrollment period from the original deadline of Dec. 31 after Congres... Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:07:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic3 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic4 Thank You To Our Sponsor: DJO Global Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:06:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic4 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic5 The Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers Compensation has recently published proposed regulations or reports which can be found by using the links listed under the various subject lines below. TOA is currently revi... Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:05:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic5 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic6 Austin, TX - The Governing Board of Texas Medical Liability Trust (TMLT) proudly announces the launch of the TMLT Trust Rewards Program on January 1, 2012. A Trust Rewards Account, based on earned premium, will be funded for each... Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:04:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic6 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic7 Just 6 months left to implement new electronic claim transactions standards. Because nearly all Medicare Part B claims transactions are submitted electronically, orthopaedic practices must be prepared for new standard formats tha... Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:03:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic7 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic8 Thank You To Our Sponsor: Zimmer Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:02:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic8 http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic9 Symposium 1: Reimbursement Trends vs. General Economic Trends and the Impact on Healthcare Delivery. Moderator Michael Connair, MD, Councilor from Idaho, introduced the session by reviewing the current situation, in particular th... Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:01:00 CST http://www.toa.org/ecard/2012/01-2012/16th/index.php#Topic9