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 |  | Weight-loss Supplements May Cause Life-Threatening Cardiac Complications or Death
May issue of HeartRhythm Journal features study that found 8 of 12 supplements contained ingredients associated with life-threatening cardiac complications: ventricular arrhythmias, cardiac arrest or sudden cardiac death. Learn more » |
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 | | Medicare Reforms Included in Senate Finance Committee’s Health Care Reform
The Senate Finance Committee released a white paper outlining the options discussed during an April 21 health care reform roundtable; key issues include Medicare payment reform, PQRI, health IT, CER and physician workforce issues. Learn more » |
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 | | IBHRE Allied Professional Certification Exam
The registration deadline has been extended to May 20 for the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) Certification Examination for Competency in Cardiac Rhythm Device Therapy for the Allied Professional. The computer-based testing exam will take place on September 16 — the only time it's offered in 2009. Learn more » |
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| CMS Releases IPPS Proposed Rule for FY 2010
On May 1, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released proposed policies and payment rates for the Medicare Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) for fiscal year (FY) 2010. Under the proposed rule, it is estimated that there will be a decrease of $979 million in combined operating and capital payments to hospitals. The Society’s health policy staff is reviewing the ruling to determine its likely impact on cardiac arrhythmia services. Learn more » |
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| Participate in the Member Spotlight!
The Society will be highlighting different members of our community, their experiences and how they have benefited from membership on our website. Share your story with your colleagues (the application takes just minutes to complete) or nominate a colleague who deserves recognition. Learn more » |
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| Medicare RAC Program Meeting
On April 24 senior leadership, including President N.A. Mark Estes III, MD, FHRS, met with the medical directors as well as CMS staff overseeing the Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) Program to discuss concerns with the audit procedures and to seek feedback and support for the hospitalization criteria developed by the Society. Learn more » |
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| Society Statement on JAMA Article
In response to a April 22, 2009 Journal of the American Medical Association article, the Society reiterates its position on the positive correlation between electrophysiology certification and improved outcomes following ICD implantation. Read Heart Rhythm Society statement » |
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| Society Announces Cardiosource Partnership
The Heart Rhythm Society and the American College of Cardiology Foundation (ACCF) have announced a new collaboration to deliver free, unlimited access to the Arrhythmias and Atrial Fibrillation (AF) Clinical Collections of Cardiosource. Society volunteer Kenneth Ellenbogen, MD, FHRS, will serve as the guest editor. Learn more » |
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| AF 360° and SCA 360° Resource Centers!
The Society's AF 360° and SCA 360° Resource Centers provide single, trusted online resources for the most comprehensive and relevant information and education on Atrial Fibrillation (AF) and Sudden Cardiac Arrest, including clinical trials and documents, journal articles, patient education, professional education, grab-and-go slides, and health policy updates. |
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| Spotlight: Online CME/CE Educational Offerings
Earn credit by participating in the Society's online educational programs. Popular choices include Webcasts from past Annual Scientific Sessions and well as the Summer Self Study Program, free for members, which offers a total of 12 CME or CE credits! |
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