The AAOS, American Medical Association, and more than 70 other organizations are conducting a comprehensive multi-specialty survey of America’s physician practices. The results will be used to positively influence national decision makers to ensure accurate and fair representation for all physicians and patients, and to articulate the challenges of running a practice that provides expert patient care while operating a sustainable business. Of particular importance is the section of the study pertaining to practice expenses and the amounts that are attributable to you. CMS has indicated it will use the results of this study to help determine physician payment. The survey firm, dmrkynetec, will be randomly contacting selected physicians and practice managers to collect responses. All responses will remain confidential.
At the last report, only 34 orthopaedic practices have completed the survey. Please alert your staff regarding your willingness to participate in this survey and the importance of accepting incoming calls, faxes or e-mails from dmrkynetec. In June, AMA will be sending a postcard to physicians that have been selected to participate. If you have been selected or have any questions about this survey, you can speak with one of dmrkynetec’s executive interviewers about the 2008 Physician Practice Information Survey by calling toll-free: (877) 816-8940.
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