Hot Issues URGENT: Help Secure a Legislative Solution to the 2010 Medicare Cuts On July 1, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released its proposed 2010 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule which includes proposed payment cuts that could cripple cardiology practices and threaten access to services that prevent premature death and disability for millions of Americans with heart disease. Here are the ways that you and your practice may have your voice heard. Register Now for ACC Annual Scientific Session Join us at ACC.10 & i2.10 to bridge the future of science to the present and advance your knowledge from March 14-16, 2010, in Atlanta. Full-access to ACC.10 & i2.10 features: 11 learning pathways providing education for every interest Interactive learning experiences Lifelong learning and recertification opportunities Revolutionary interventional cardiology with access to i2 Summit ACC.10 Expo and all new Learning Destinations including the Hybrid Cath Lab/OR Suite and 3D CV Theater, Hands-On Learning Labs, Simulation Stations and the Industry-Expert Theater And much, much more! Click here for more information and to register today. ACC Pinnacle Network As part of the American College of Cardiology's commitment to helping practices thrive in today's challenging health care environment, the College has launched the new PINNACLE Network™. This first-ever, registry-based cardiovascular network is designed to provide practices with the tools they need to promote practice innovations and achieve clinical excellence. Click here for more information. Updating Your ACC Member Profile Step-by-step instructions to update your ACC member profile are available here. ACC Involvement Interested in becoming more involved in ACC at the national level? Visit the ACC website for additional information. The PA Chapter President will be wiling to write a letter of support after reviewing a copy of your application. Please forward a copy to the chapter office via email to melias@pamedsoc.org or fax to PaACC at 717-558-7841. Payer Advocacy Pennsylvania Chapter Pennsylvania Chapter, American College of Cardiology 777 East Park Drive, PO Box 8820 Harrisburg, PA 17105-8820 PH: (717) 558-7750 ext. 1595; FX: (717) 558-7841 Maria Elias, Chapter Administrator melias@pamedsoc.org Copyright © 2009, Pennsylvania Chapter, American College of Cardiology. All rights reserved. Legal Notice. Get Adobe Reader