1. Managers’ Time Out November 6, 2018
Welcome!
Managers’ Time Out
November 6, 2018

2. Illinois MGMA Webinars
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM central time “Personnel Management: Recruitment to Termination"
Free for Illinois MGMA members
Details here: ILMGMA WEBINAR

3. Illinois MGMA Webinars
Thursday, December 13, 2018
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM central time “Reimbursement and Coding Updates for 2019"
Free for Illinois MGMA members
Details here: ILMGMA WEBINAR

4. National MGMA Webinars
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM central time “Jump Start Your Revenue Cycle with Complete Provider Onboarding"
Free for national MGMA members/$49 for non-members
Details here: MGMA WEBINAR

5. National MGMA Webinars
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM central time “Telehealth From Scratch: A Deep Dive into Planning and Implementation"
Free and exclusive for national MGMA members only
Details here: MGMA WEBINAR

6. National MGMA Webinars
Thursday, November 29, 2018
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM central time
Generational Trends in Healthcare Consumption"
Free for national MGMA members/$49 for non-members
Details here: MGMA WEBINAR

7. Interested in Becoming Certified through MGMA?
Current program critera — effective through
Dec. 31, 2018
To apply for board certification, you must:
Be a current national MGMA member (1 yr $399 / 2 yrs $699)
Have two years of healthcare management experience
Have six months of experience in a supervisory role
Pay a $250 application and processing fee

8. Interested in Becoming Certified through MGMA?
 Step Two: Assess & Build Knowledge
After program acceptance, you will need to fulfill three requirements to earn your CMPE credential. These requirements can be completed in the order that works for you:
Pass a multiple choice exam - This 175-item, multiple-choice exam assesses your on-the-job knowledge of the broad scope of group practice management principles and practices as described in the six domains of the Body of Knowledge for Medical Practice Management  

9. Interested in Becoming Certified through MGMA?
 Step Two: Assess & Build Knowledge
Pass a scenario-based exam - This exam assesses in-depth knowledge of medical practice management principles, problem-solving and decision-making skills a candidate would need to handle and resolve real-world medical practice issues.  
Earn 50 hours of continuing education (CE) - You can start earning CE 30 days prior to your nominee acceptance date through a variety of qualifying activities. CE credit can also be earned during your exam preparation and after passing the exams  

10. Interested in Becoming Certified through MGMA?
Step Three: Maintain Your Credential
The Certification Commission and the MGMA Board vote monthly to confer and award the CMPE designation to individuals who have completed the nominee requirements. After the vote is final, staff will send official notification of your advancement. Once certified, you will need to:
Submit 50 CE hours every three years
Remain an national MGMA member
Consider ACMPE Fellowship (Optional) - Once you’re board certified, you’ll be eligible to join an influential group of exceptional practice leaders through ACMPE Fellowship, the highest level of distinction you can earn in medical practice management.  

11. Interested in Becoming Certified through MGMA?
Upcoming exam dates:
Fees: Registration fees for exams are $165 and are not transferable.
Exam Dates
Location
Registration
Dec. 1-15, 2018
Nationwide computerized testing - view locations
Oct. 22-Nov. 6, 2018

12. Interested in Becoming Certified through MGMA?
2019 Board Certification Enhancements

13. ACMPE Resources
Sign up for national MGMA’s Board Certification Study Group here: STUDY GROUP
Learn more about the Body of Knowledge, MGMA’s guide that the certification exams are based on. Purchasing the series of books is highly recommended as they can help you in your career. More details here: BODY OF KNOWLEDGE
The ACMPE Certification Exam Workbook is an excellent choice to assist with exam preparation: CERT BOOK
Once you feel confident about your understanding of the Body of Knowledge, consider the ACMPE Knowledge Assessment guide: ACMPE KNOWLEDGE

14. ACMPE Resources
National MGMA has tips on both the Multiple Choice Exam and Scenario Based Exam portions of certification. Those can be viewed here: MULTI & SCENARIO
To ensure that you’re 100% prepared for everything involved with certification, the Certification Policy Manual provides you with all of the answers: CERT POLICY
For national MGMA members, there’s a Board Certification Network available in which you can learn more from your peers. To enroll, visit this link: CERT NETWORK
And one of my personal favorites is the Tennessee Study Group. One of the leaders of that group is on the ACMPE Commission and can provide you with great insight on the process. Tennessee

15. ACMPE Resources ACMPE FELLOWSHIP PREPARATION SERIES
Are you planning to pursue Fellowship through ACMPE or have you begun the journey? Access the two-part webinar recording for the tips and tactics to successfully earn your FACMPE
ACMPE FELLOWSHIP PREPARATION SERIES

16. Discussion: CMS Looking to Expand Telehealth Coverage
CMS looks to expand telehealth in proposed Medicare Advantage rule:
MGMA TELEHEALTH

17. Discussion: Illinois Medical Marijuana Law – SB 336
Governor Rauner signed a bill in August that now allows physicians to treat patients with a prescription for marijuana in lieu of an opioid prescription. It also
eliminates background
checks and fingerprinting

18. Discussion: New Medicare Part B Drug Pricing Scheme Anounced
Proposed drug pricing scheme leaves many physician groups asking questions:
MGMA DRUG

19. MGMA Continuing Education
This meeting results in 1 CE credit hours for ACMPE
ACMPE Credit Claiming
Members wishing to claim ACMPE credits can now do so online! All certified, nominees, and fellows should have received the attached with directions. If they did not, please share the below.
Log in to mgma.com
Select “My Dashboard” found on the top right corner.
Select “ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT” found on the top right corner.
Select “ACMPE TRACKING” found on the left side to enter the portal.
*If you or your members have questions about claiming ACMPE credits, please

20. Holiday Party
Our next in person event is our annual Holiday Party on Tuesday, December 4th
Toscana in Arlington Heights
$30 per person
Register here: HOLIDAY PARTY

21. Questions/Comments?
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