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MAY 2023
WHAT’S INSIDE
2 BUSINESS OF MEDICINE SEMINAR HOSTED BY THE LSMS PRIVATE PRACTICE SECTION 4 CENTURY CLUB 4 CAPITAL CLUB 5 LSMS STORE - NEW 7 LSMS ADVOCACY IN ACTION 8 LEGISLATIVE RECEPTION 9 WHITE COAT WEDNESDAY 11 MATE ACT/DEA CME 11 WE NEED YOUR HELP!
LSMS Advocacy in Action: LEGISLATIVE RECEPTION AND WHITE COAT WEDNESDAY
BUSINESS OF MEDICINE SEMINAR
Hosted by the LSMS Private Practice Section The LSMS Private Practice Section hosted its first Business of Medicine Seminar on May 17 at the Hilton Capitol Center. Topics included Revenue Cycle Management, Employment Contracts and Physician Compensation Models. A special thanks to our speakers:
Natalie Cohen, MBA, MHA Director of Operations ENT of New Orleans
Rory Bellina, JD Partner Chehardy, Sherman, Williams, Recile & Hayes
R. Christopher “Chris” Martin, JD Partner Chehardy, Sherman, Williams, Recile & Hayes
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Thank you to Center for Orthopaedics, Lafayette Dermatology and Cosmetic Center, and Pediatric Surgery of LA who have continued their commitment to the LSMS for the 2023 membership year. CENTURY CLUB
The LSMS is now offering members the opportunity to purchase logo shirts, hats, duffle bags, and cups. Our e-shop has a wide range of styles and sizes. Grab your shirt or hat today - https://stores.eretailing.com/shop/lsms LSMS STORE - NEW
The LSMS is pleased to offer large group practices and hospital systems a new group partnership opportunity. The Capital Club extends membership to 25 physician leaders at a discounted membership rate. Senior leaders have direct access to the LSMS EVP/CEO and LSMS Advocacy team. We welcome the Baton Rouge General as our first Capital Club members. CAPITAL CLUB
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40 REASONS TO LOVE LAMMICO
LSMS ADVOCACY IN ACTION Legislative Reception and White Coat Wednesday On the evening of Tuesday, May 16 the LSMS in partnership with the Physician Coalition of Louisiana hosted a very successful legislative reception at the City Club in Baton Rouge for physician leaders and legislators. A special thanks to Mark Abraham, Roy Daryl Adams, Lawrence “Larry” Bagley, Stewart Cathey, Jr., Mary duBuisson, Franklin Foil, Barry Milligan, “Jay” Morris, Chuck Owens, Robert “Bob” Owens, Barrow Peacock, Thomas Pressly, IV, Mike Reece, Larry Selders, Jeremy Stine and Christopher “Chris” Turner for taking the time to meet with our members. The next morning physicians, legislators and advocates once again gathered at the Louisiana State Capitol for the annual White Coat Wednesday physician’s day of advocacy. The 2023 event was the largest so far with over 125 physicians converging on the state capitol to meet with legislators, attend committee meetings and have their voices heard. After a briefing and breakfast at the Lt. Governor’s residence, physicians then filled the hallways and committee rooms of the capitol. This year’s day of advocacy coincided with the Senate Committee on Insurance’s vote on HB468, a bill requested by LSMS, that aims to implement new guidelines regarding prior authorizations. Those attending were able to hear strong and impassioned testimony from their peers and see the legislative process in motion as the bill reported out of the senate committee and is now headed for final vote on the senate floor. White Coat Wednesday is an important day of grassroots advocacy where individual physicians are able to make an impact on current and future legislative efforts that benefit both their profession and their patients. The fact that this event continues to grow each year is a testament to the importance of getting involved and proof that physician voices are stronger when united.
Thank you to our 2023 partners – • Louisiana State Medical Society •
American Academy of Pediatrics, LA Chapter
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American College of Emergency Physicians, LA Chapter American Congress of Obstetricians & Gynecologists, LA Chapter
2022 marked the 40th year that LAMMICO has provided medical professional liability insurance. As LAMMICO concludes the celebration of its 40th anniversary, it compiled a list of 40 reasons that insureds and employees love LAMMICO! Seven of the reasons include: •
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Risk Management Resources – LAMMICO offers complimentary webinars and online courses (CME & CNE), personalized risk assessments, office staff and hospital education, telehealth resources and more for its insureds. • Good Experience Credit – It offers a 10% credit on the LAMMICO premium for physician policyholders who have been with LAMMICO for at least five years and have excellent loss experience. • Advocacy in the Courts & Legislature – LAMMICO works with the LSMS and other organizations on legislative matters aimed at keeping the medical liability system stable and the costs affordable. • Risk Management Premium Discount Credit – Insureds
can earn a 10% discount on the basic limits portion of their LAMMICO premium for completing two Risk Management programs, which are offered online and as webinars throughout the year. • From its physician-majority Board and operating
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Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine/ Louisiana Osteopathic Medical Association
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Medicine Louisiana
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Louisiana Academy of Family Physicians
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Louisiana Orthopaedic Association
committees to the medical professionals on staff, LAMMICO ensures that you are cared for by your peers and other experts. As a mutual company, LAMMICO is owned by its policyholders. The Company is mindful that those they serve are the reason they’re here. The LSMS endorses LAMMICO as the exclusive medical professional and general liability insurance company for our members.
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Louisiana Psychiatric Medical Association
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Physicians for Patients
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Radiological Society of Louisiana
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Tulane Doctors
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After 40 years, LAMMICO remains a strong and stable presence so that physicians and healthcare providers can focus on what matters most – patient care. To see the complete list of 40 Reasons to Love LAMMICO, visit lammico.com/article/40-reasons-love-lammico
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LSMS LEGISLATIVE RECEPTION
WHITE COAT WEDNESDAY
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OFFICE OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION
MATE ACT/DEA CME
The Louisiana State Medical Society is pleased to announce a new member benefit. As you may be aware, effective June 2023, The Medication Access and Training Expansion Act (MATE Act) requires all DEA-registered practitioners to complete eight hours of education on opioid or other substance use disorders. Our preferred partner, LAMMICO, has reviewed the federal legislation and determined that their subsidiary, Medical Interactive (MI), has a total of 8.5 hours of education that will satisfy the MATE Act/DEA requirement. The 3-hour ACT 76-related opioid courses that were previously completed by LSMS members do count toward the new DEA-required education.
LET INDEPENDENT MEDICAL EXAMS BE YOUR MONETARY BOOSTER
LSMS members who are non-LAMMICO policyholders will receive a 20% discount on these courses which brings the cost to only $40 per 1-hour course.
This discount is exclusive to LSMS members, so in order to register, you must login to your member profile located here - Member Profile. The course sign up link is under the Education tab.
If you have questions or need assistance with resetting/retrieving your password you can contact Amy Tyrrell at atyrrell@lsms.org or 225-763-2303.
WHAT ARE IMES? State Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) are an additional medical opinion regarding an examination of the injured worker (IW) arising from disputes between two opposing doctors as to the condition of the IW and/or the IW's capacity to work. [La. R.S. 23:1123] WHAT YOU WOULD DO? Once our Medical Services staff schedules the appointment with you, the insurance company will send you the medical records pertaining to the work injury. Then, you would evaluate the IW on the scheduled date. Last, submit an IME report within 30 days following the examination. [La. R.S. 23:1317.1]
INFORMATIONAL PACKET
The Governor’s office has requested physician nominations from the LSMS for consideration to the following Boards: WE NEED YOUR HELP! Louisiana Commission on HIV & Hep C Education, Prevention and Treatment State Board of Electrolysis Examiners Traumatic Head and Spinal Cord Injury Advisory Board We consider this a great honor as it confirms that our members are valuable contributors to the future of healthcare
We would provide an information packet regarding requirements and assisting with training any office staff.
EXTRA INCOME
Each specialty has a typical fee range for providing this service: document review, cancellations/"no-shows", etc., primarily based on doctor's preference.
FLEXIBLE SKILLBUILDING
The IMEs are a one-time evaluation as needed and can be scheduled based on your availability.
CALL US FOR MORE INFO
in Louisiana. To be considered for nomination, please forward your name, corresponding Board name, contact information, and CV to Terri Watson, terri@lsms.org .
medicalservices@lwc.la.gov www.laworks.net
225-219-4216
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