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Interruption of January 3 physician claim payments
Alberta Health identified a problem that affected the payment amounts and payment reporting for the January 3, 2020 payment date. As a result, some payment amounts and payment/assessment reporting were not issued.
The majority of the outstanding payments will have been issued with an expected payment date of January 17. Business Costs Program and Rural Remote Northern Program payments related to these missing payments will follow at a later date as well as assessment information for the missing payments.
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One Nail at a Time podcast: Insights for Building Your Patient’s Medical Home
“One Nail at a Time: Insights for Building Your Patient’s Medical Home” is a series of podcasts interviewing physicians, leaders and others from across Alberta (and beyond!) about their journeys building Patient's Medical Homes. Just as a house is not built or renovated overnight, creating a Patient's Medical Home takes time and planning. “One Nail at a Time” highlights stories, strategies and tips for making incremental changes toward PMH transformation. A number of episodes are now available.
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Call for applications: Apply online today!
AMA representatives or nominees are needed to sit on the following committees:
- CMA Nominations Committee*
Application deadline: January 31
- CMA Member-at-large, Appointments Committee*
Application deadline: January 31
Please note: At time of publishing, Appointments Committee profile and application form are not yet available on our system. If you are interested in this opportunity, please email Annette Ross, Administrative Assistant, Public Affairs.
- CMA Member-at-large, Audit and Finance Committee
Application deadline: January 31
- Calgary & Area Medical Staff Society (CAMSS) – Zone Advisory Forum (ZAF)
Application deadline: February 16
- Edmonton Zone Medical Staff Association (EZMSA) – Zone Advisory Forum (ZAF)
Application deadline: February 16
Our online application process makes it easy to apply! Visit the AMA Committees web page and log in to view the postings and apply.
*CMA General Council will ratify from among nominations submitted by AMA and/or other provincial/territorial associations.
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Are you interested in rural medicine?
Apply for the Tarrant Scholarship
The deadline to apply is June 1. If you are a third-year medical student you are eligible to apply for the scholarship by meeting the following criteria:
- University of Alberta or University of Calgary medical student in clerkship in 2020.
- Keenly interested in building a career in rural medicine in Alberta.
- Demonstrate a dedication to rural medicine in your undergraduate work.
Contribute to the Tarrant Scholarship program
For the past few years, the Section of Rural Medicine, the Canadian Medical Foundation and the AMA invited members to donate to the Tarrant Scholarship program. The generous contributions from our members have enabled the continuation of this important scholarship. Thank you! If you are interested in making a tax-deductible donation to help ensure the continued future of the Tarrant Scholarship, you may do so during membership renewal in the fall.
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Immediate Past President, Dr. Alison Clarke (far left) and
AMA Executive Director, Michael Gormley (far right) with the
2019 AMA Member Emeritus award recipients Dr. Neil Cooper,
Dr. Linda Slocombe, Dr. Michael Caffaro and Dr. Darryl LaBuick.
Nominate a colleague for AMA Member Emeritus distinction
Nominations are due February 15
We're seeking member nominations for AMA Member Emeritus distinction, an award that recognizes significant contributions to the association and long-term membership (20 years). Nominees must be unanimously approved by the AMA Board of Directors.
Full details, including the criteria for awarding Member Emeritus, nomination form and a list of previous recipients, are available on the AMA website.
Questions?
Please contact Annette Ross
Administrative Assistant, Public Affairs
T 780.482.0312 or toll-free 1.800.272.9680, ext. 312
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CPSA Standards of Practice Consultation - deadline extended
The College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta has extended the consultation deadline on their draft reporting standards. You now have until January 31 to review the proposed amendments and submit your comments.
Visit CPSA’s website to review the existing Standards of Practice, the suggested amendments, and to provide your feedback.
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CII/CPAR: Patient care benefits multiplying as participant numbers climb
The numbers tell the tale. As additional clinics sign on for Community Information Integration/Central Patient Attachment Registry more patient information is available to care providers to help inform their decisions. A significant milestone this month is the launch of the fifth conformed EMR. Your opportunities to participate are now greater than ever.
What is CII/CPAR and how will it enhance patient care?
CII/CPAR, a joint initiative between the AMA, Alberta Health and Alberta Health Services, is the chosen vehicle to integrate community EMRs with two-way data flow. CII/CPAR will enable clinics to identify if patients are paneled to other providers, facilitating a coordinated care management approach to service delivery and achieve better patient, provider and system outcomes.
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What are your perspectives on imaging and low back pain?
University of Calgary researchers are looking to interview Alberta family physicians to better understand clinical perspectives related to uncomplicated low back pain imaging. The purpose of this research is to gain a better understanding of factors that influence imaging ordering practices. Research findings will help design better interventions used to optimize recommendations in practice.
Interviews will take approximately 45 minutes, at a location and time of your choice. You will be offered an honorarium for your time.
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Your colleagues make a difference
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Dr. Robert Chan,
Edmonton orthopedic surgeon gets our
Physician Wellness #GOAT
(Greatest of All Time).
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For our Shine A Light initiative, we profiled
Dr. Lori Lobay, Strathmore rural family physician.
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Student Spotlight: University of Calgary medical student
Rachel Bethune is a role model for her peers and with her incredibly positive infectious energy, she helps bring out the best in the people around her.
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Student Spotlight: University of Calgary medical students
Crystal Liu and
Mirna Matta collaborate with women's health system partners to raise awareness and advocate for those affected by interpersonal and intimate partner violence.
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Top stories from our last issue
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MD Scope Classifieds
In the January 23, 2020 MD Scope Classifieds you'll find listings for:
- Locums wanted
- Physicians wanted
- Space available
- Practice available
- Conference
- For sale
- Events
- Services
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