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I-STOP legislation requires prescribers to consult a NYS registry, using a Health Commerce System Account, before prescribing Schedule II, III and IV controlled substances. There are exemptions to the legislation. Physicians can delegate this duty to unlicensed professionals in their practice. Click here for information about obtaining a Health Commerce Account for unlicensed professionals.

Cancer Prevention Study-3: Fight back against cancer by enrolling in the American Cancer Society’s new research study called the Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3). By joining, you can help researchers better understand the factors that cause or prevent cancer. More

Primary Care Rate Increase (PCRI): Effective for dates of service on and after January 1, 2013 through December 31, 2014, the NYS Medicaid Program (including its Managed Care Plans) will pay the Medicare rate for specified primary care services to providers who attest to qualification for the Primary Care Rate Increase (PCRI). Download the PCRI attestation form and FAQ sheet.

Risk Retention Groups: When considering the professional liability coverage offered by an RRG, physicians should be aware of the risks involved and should understand how the type of coverage presented relates to the amount of premium to be paid. More

NY SAFE Act:The New York Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement Act requires “mental health professionals” to report to the county Director of Community Service or designee when a person(s) for whom they are currently providing mental health treatment services is “likely to engage in conduct that would result in serious harm to self or others.” For more information, click here.

Prompt Payment Hotline for Physician Complaints: The NYS Department of Financial Services (DFS) maintains a “Prompt Payment Hotline” for physicians to file complaints about insurance companies when they inappropriately delay or deny payment of claims. The phone number is 1-800-358-9260. There is also an on-line portal.

NYS Breast Density Inform Legislation: MCMS Quality Collarborative has developed speaking points on the legislation that went into effect January 19, 2013. Understanding Breast Density: Frequently Asked Questions: Download the one-page flier. The American College of Radiology has issued a position statement on the topic. (April 24, 2012)

Reminder to Update Physician Profile: NY state law requires that every licensed physician update his/her physician profile information within six months prior to the expiration of the physician’s registration period, as a condition of registration renewal. More For instructions on how to compile your physician profile update requirement, click here.

New Physician Employment Resource: The MCMS is pleased to introduce its physician career center, an online posting of physician employment opportunities currently available in the Rochester area. To review the postings, log into our members' section.