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In this Week's Issue

  • Last Chance for a Tax Deduction for BCMS/TMA Dues This Year
  • TMA at AMA: Texas Shapes National Policy on Medicare Reform, Opioids, Price Transparency
  • Newborn Screening Kits Expire December 31, Cost Updates Expected Spring 2023
  • Study Shows US Parkinson's Disease Incidence Far Higher than Earlier Estimates
  • Texas Medical Association Offers CME Courses
  • Just the Facts Newsletter

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Important Physician News and Deadlines

Last Chance for a Tax Deduction for BCMS/TMA Dues This Year
100% of your BCMS dues and 84% of your TMA dues are tax deductible. If you haven’t already done so, click here to renew your membership for 2023 today. Have questions about your membership benefits or want to get involved? Visit the BCMS website or contact the BCMS Membership Department or call (210) 301-4398. 

TMA at AMA: Texas Shapes National Policy on Medicare Reform, Opioids, Price Transparency
When Texas physicians joined their colleagues from around the country in Honolulu for the Interim Meeting of the American Medical Association House of Delegates, it wasn’t all sunshine, golf courses, and sandy beaches. “It’s a lot of work and a lot of meaningful work,” said David Henkes, MD, chair of the Texas Delegation to the AMA. To find out more information click here.

Newborn Screening Kits Expire December 31, Cost Updates Expected Spring 2023
Newborn screening kits with a nine-digit serial number beginning with 20 will expire on December 31, and physicians are encouraged to use the kits on time and ensure their stock is up to date after the end of the month. TX 20 kits used to collect specimens after December 31 will be rejected for testing, and the specimens will need to be recollected. Read more

Study Shows US Parkinson's Disease Incidence Far Higher than Earlier Estimates
The annual number of new Parkinson's disease diagnoses in the United States is likely 50% higher than estimated, based on a broad analysis of insurance claims and population growth detailed in a study published on Thursday that could help increase funding and care for the disabling illness. Continue reading

Texas Medical Association Offers CME Courses
Need to complete state and federal training and education requirements for your practice? If so, turn to Texas Medical Association’s CME courses. TMA members can access CME courses at no cost, thanks to Texas Medical Association Insurance Trust. Check out more information here.

Pandemic Preparedness & Response Certificate Program
Jan 10│12:00 pm - 1:00 pm│Register
This webinar discusses New Treatment Options for Chronic Heart Failure. Presented by Dr. Allen Anderson, MD, FACC, FAHA, Chief, Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine at UT Health San Antonio.

Communicating COVID: ECHO for Community Health Workers
Jan 13│12:00 pm│
Register
This video conference connects health professionals to a multi-disciplinary team of experts to share knowledge and build capacity for delivering best-practice care.

San Antonio Pediatric Cancer Symposium (SAPCS)
Feb 19 - 22│6:30 pm│
Register
This conference brings together some of the most respected childhood cancer researchers from academia and industry. Hosted by the Greehey Children’s Cancer Research Institute, UT Health San Antonio, in conjunction with the Mays Cancer Center.
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