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CMS Launches Education Series on EHR Incentive Programs
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services will initiate a series of national provider calls addressing the specifics of the Medicare and Medicaid electronic health record (EHR) incentive programs for hospitals and health care professionals.
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ACS/Florida Chapter/FHA Launch Florida Surgical Care Initiative
On Tuesday, May 18, the American College of Surgeons (ACS), the Florida Chapter of the ACS, and the Florida Hospital Association (FHA) announced a partnership to launch the Florida Surgical Care Initiative (FSCI), a statewide surgical quality improvement collaboration based on the ACS National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP).
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Submit ACS CME Credits Online to the American Board of Surgery
Recertifying members of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) can now submit their ACS continuing medical education (CME) credits online to the American Board of Surgery (ABS) by using the College’s members-only Web portal. From the “My CME “ page on e-FACS.org, click on the ”Send CME to ABS” option at the top of the page.
Submission is quick and easy:
- Review your transcript for accuracy; any edits or changes can be made by contacting mycme@facs.org or by calling 866-918-4799.
- Have your ABS 13-digit authorization number ready.
Log onto the 'My CME' page on the members-only Web portal now to get started and use your ACS membership ID and password. Once logged in, you can change your username and password at any time in the portal’s “My Profile” area.
Questions regarding this process should be directed to the Program for Verification of Surgical Knowledge and Skills at mycme@facs.org or call 866-918-4799.
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