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The Louisiana State Medical Society wants to make your transition into the medical professional as smooth as possible. We understand there are many steps before settling into a medical practice, and we would like to help. In this edition of the New Physician’s Guide, we have included a variety of information covering items regarding obtaining your license, reviewing contracts, Louisiana’s medical structure, and much more.
05 FOR THE MEDICAL STUDENT
CHOOSING A MEDICAL SPECIALTY......................................05 APPLYING FOR A RESIDENCY PROGRAM...........................06 INTERVIEWING FOR RESIDENCY............................................10
14 FOR THE RESIDENT
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS........14 COMPARING MEDICAL PRACTICE SETTINGS...................17 STARTING YOUR JOB SEARCH................................................19 EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS....................................................20
24 FOR THE PHYSICIAN
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INSURANCE CONSIDERATIONS.............................................24 BILLING AND REIMBURSEMENT............................................24 CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION (CME).....................26
30 GENERAL INFORMATION
MEDICAID AND MEDICARE.....................................................30 HEALTHY LOUISIANA.................................................................32 LAWS AND REGULATION..........................................................33 HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS FOUNDATION...............41
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42 GENERAL RESOURCES
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Anyone who lives, works or worships in Baton Rouge, New Orleans or Shreveport qualifies for membership.
La State Med Soc NEW PHYSICIAN’S GUIDE 3
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