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How to Cut Operational Costs? TMA Experts Have Answers
The cost-conscious physician trying to cut expenses can start by looking around the office. Heather Bettridge, Texas Medical Association associate vice president for practice management services, states that very often, resources such as patient portals are not being used efficiently, changing that can save a lot of staff time and money. Continue reading
TMA Practice Management Services, Top 10 Reasons Payers Say "No"
Physician practices bonk heads with payers daily and disputes frequently center around claims payment. This leaves practices with a tough decision, they can write off a payment and lose income. Or they can battle with the payer, a difficult, time-consuming process. Click here to check out the top 10 reasons payers say no.
Early Voting Has Begun - Cast Your Vote for Medicine
Election Day is November 8 and now is time to check out whom the Party of Medicine is supporting in your district. TEXPAC, the Texas Medical Association’s political arm, uses a four-step endorsement process that leans heavily on the recommendations of local physician leaders. The TEXPAC Board of Trustees identifies and endorses candidates best for the profession of medicine, physician practices and patients. Read more
TMA Sues Feds Again Over Unfair Arbitration Process Under Federal Surprise Billing Rule
The Texas Medical Association is back in court again to hold federal regulators accountable for implementing a key piece of the No Surprises Act as Congress intended it - to operate an arbitration process that does not skew the dispute resolution process in favor of health plans. Read more
Now is the Time for 2022 Year-End Tax Planning
With the end of 2022 fast approaching, it's time to consider tax planning moves that may lower taxes for the 2022 tax year, and possibly set you up for tax savings in future years as well. The good news is that it now appears that there won't be any significant unfavorable federal tax changes that will take effect this year or next year. Continue reading
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