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Learn What's New in Billing, Coding
Learn the latest in billing, coding and reimbursement at the 2017 Coding and Reimbursement Workshop for vascular surgeons, Oct. 13-14 in Chicago.
Cost is $880 for SVS members or staff; $955 for non-members and $250 for residents and trainees.
The program will address and review 2018 updates and include information about the global surgical package and how it impacts billing and reimbursement, along with the application of modifiers for streamlined reimbursement.
An optional workshop on Evaluation and Management (E&M) coding will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 13.
Learn the latest in billing, coding and reimbursement at the 2017 Coding and Reimbursement Workshop for vascular surgeons, Oct. 13-14 in Chicago.
Cost is $880 for SVS members or staff; $955 for non-members and $250 for residents and trainees.
The program will address and review 2018 updates and include information about the global surgical package and how it impacts billing and reimbursement, along with the application of modifiers for streamlined reimbursement.
An optional workshop on Evaluation and Management (E&M) coding will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 13.
Learn the latest in billing, coding and reimbursement at the 2017 Coding and Reimbursement Workshop for vascular surgeons, Oct. 13-14 in Chicago.
Cost is $880 for SVS members or staff; $955 for non-members and $250 for residents and trainees.
The program will address and review 2018 updates and include information about the global surgical package and how it impacts billing and reimbursement, along with the application of modifiers for streamlined reimbursement.
An optional workshop on Evaluation and Management (E&M) coding will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 13.
Review Course is This Month
Get an in-depth review of vascular surgery at the Second Annual UCLA/SVS Symposium: “A Comprehensive Review and Update of What’s New in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery," Aug. 26 to 28 in Beverly Hills, Calif.
This joint effort between UCLA and SVS is aimed at those preparing to take the vascular board examinations and also provides the basic didactic education for vascular residents and fellows in training.
Get an in-depth review of vascular surgery at the Second Annual UCLA/SVS Symposium: “A Comprehensive Review and Update of What’s New in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery," Aug. 26 to 28 in Beverly Hills, Calif.
This joint effort between UCLA and SVS is aimed at those preparing to take the vascular board examinations and also provides the basic didactic education for vascular residents and fellows in training.
Get an in-depth review of vascular surgery at the Second Annual UCLA/SVS Symposium: “A Comprehensive Review and Update of What’s New in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery," Aug. 26 to 28 in Beverly Hills, Calif.
This joint effort between UCLA and SVS is aimed at those preparing to take the vascular board examinations and also provides the basic didactic education for vascular residents and fellows in training.
VESAP4 Now Available
The updated and improved VESAP4 is now available for purchase, in time for those preparing for qualification, certification and recertification exams.
A major enhancement of this fourth edition of the Vascular Education and Self-Assessment Program (VESAP) is the companion app – Apple products only – which lets users access the program off-line, in virtually any setting, and then later sync with the desktop version. The companion app will be available later this month.
VESAP4 also includes improved and simplified navigation, expanded bookmarking and annotation and easier certificate tracking.
Please note: VESAP3 expires at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on Sept. 1. Owners can continue to use it in learning mode until Sept. 15, but will no longer be able to claim credits. VESAP4 will expire July 31, 2020.
The updated and improved VESAP4 is now available for purchase, in time for those preparing for qualification, certification and recertification exams.
A major enhancement of this fourth edition of the Vascular Education and Self-Assessment Program (VESAP) is the companion app – Apple products only – which lets users access the program off-line, in virtually any setting, and then later sync with the desktop version. The companion app will be available later this month.
VESAP4 also includes improved and simplified navigation, expanded bookmarking and annotation and easier certificate tracking.
Please note: VESAP3 expires at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on Sept. 1. Owners can continue to use it in learning mode until Sept. 15, but will no longer be able to claim credits. VESAP4 will expire July 31, 2020.
The updated and improved VESAP4 is now available for purchase, in time for those preparing for qualification, certification and recertification exams.
A major enhancement of this fourth edition of the Vascular Education and Self-Assessment Program (VESAP) is the companion app – Apple products only – which lets users access the program off-line, in virtually any setting, and then later sync with the desktop version. The companion app will be available later this month.
VESAP4 also includes improved and simplified navigation, expanded bookmarking and annotation and easier certificate tracking.
Please note: VESAP3 expires at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on Sept. 1. Owners can continue to use it in learning mode until Sept. 15, but will no longer be able to claim credits. VESAP4 will expire July 31, 2020.
Ask PAs to Complete Survey on Joining 1st SVS ‘Section’
SVS President Dr. Clem Darling is asking all members to pass an email message – and survey – along to PAs and Nurse Practitioners with whom members work.
During the recent Vascular Annual Meeting, SVS leaders met with six physician assistants, all of whom work in vascular settings, and asked if they wish to work on establishing a home within the SVS. “Their response was a resounding and enthusiastic …YES!,” said Dr. Darling.
The group has now become the Steering Committee organizing the effort to create the historic first "Section" of the SVS.
SVS President Dr. Clem Darling is asking all members to pass an email message – and survey – along to PAs and Nurse Practitioners with whom members work.
During the recent Vascular Annual Meeting, SVS leaders met with six physician assistants, all of whom work in vascular settings, and asked if they wish to work on establishing a home within the SVS. “Their response was a resounding and enthusiastic …YES!,” said Dr. Darling.
The group has now become the Steering Committee organizing the effort to create the historic first "Section" of the SVS.
SVS President Dr. Clem Darling is asking all members to pass an email message – and survey – along to PAs and Nurse Practitioners with whom members work.
During the recent Vascular Annual Meeting, SVS leaders met with six physician assistants, all of whom work in vascular settings, and asked if they wish to work on establishing a home within the SVS. “Their response was a resounding and enthusiastic …YES!,” said Dr. Darling.
The group has now become the Steering Committee organizing the effort to create the historic first "Section" of the SVS.
Claim 2017 VAM Credits
Here’s how to claim Continuing Medical Education or MOC credits from the 2017 Vascular Annual Meeting.
1 Access the CME site, either through the Mobile App or through the website link: www.vsweb.org/ClaimCME
2 Log in, using either:
1 Last name and email address tied to your VAM registration OR
2 Registration ID number (no hyphens), located on registration confirmation or ID badges.
3 Follow the directions to list sessions, provide evaluations, take exams and generate credit certificates.
(Please note that the RPVI self-assessment process requires you to log in from a laptop or desktop computer.)
Credits must be claimed by Dec. 31. For more information, email [email protected].
Here’s how to claim Continuing Medical Education or MOC credits from the 2017 Vascular Annual Meeting.
1 Access the CME site, either through the Mobile App or through the website link: www.vsweb.org/ClaimCME
2 Log in, using either:
1 Last name and email address tied to your VAM registration OR
2 Registration ID number (no hyphens), located on registration confirmation or ID badges.
3 Follow the directions to list sessions, provide evaluations, take exams and generate credit certificates.
(Please note that the RPVI self-assessment process requires you to log in from a laptop or desktop computer.)
Credits must be claimed by Dec. 31. For more information, email [email protected].
Here’s how to claim Continuing Medical Education or MOC credits from the 2017 Vascular Annual Meeting.
1 Access the CME site, either through the Mobile App or through the website link: www.vsweb.org/ClaimCME
2 Log in, using either:
1 Last name and email address tied to your VAM registration OR
2 Registration ID number (no hyphens), located on registration confirmation or ID badges.
3 Follow the directions to list sessions, provide evaluations, take exams and generate credit certificates.
(Please note that the RPVI self-assessment process requires you to log in from a laptop or desktop computer.)
Credits must be claimed by Dec. 31. For more information, email [email protected].
Veterans' AAA Screening July 22-25; SFS Foundation a Sponsor as Part of Its Expanded Mission
The SVS Foundation is helping sponsor free abdominal aortic aneurysm screenings for veterans at the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ national convention in New Orleans July 22-25. The screenings are offered by New Orleans-based non-profit AAAneurysm Outreach in partnership with the VFW, the SVS Foundation and W.L. Gore Inc.
The SVS Foundation will distribute written materials for veterans, offering more information on AAAs and how to find a doctor who specializes in vascular diseases and abnormalities. The screening, in which as many as 2,000 veterans are expected to participate, is the SVS Foundation’s first event since expanding its mission in June to include providing patient education in vascular health.
SVS members are encouraged to spread the word about the screenings to patients who plan to attend the convention.
The SVS Foundation is helping sponsor free abdominal aortic aneurysm screenings for veterans at the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ national convention in New Orleans July 22-25. The screenings are offered by New Orleans-based non-profit AAAneurysm Outreach in partnership with the VFW, the SVS Foundation and W.L. Gore Inc.
The SVS Foundation will distribute written materials for veterans, offering more information on AAAs and how to find a doctor who specializes in vascular diseases and abnormalities. The screening, in which as many as 2,000 veterans are expected to participate, is the SVS Foundation’s first event since expanding its mission in June to include providing patient education in vascular health.
SVS members are encouraged to spread the word about the screenings to patients who plan to attend the convention.
The SVS Foundation is helping sponsor free abdominal aortic aneurysm screenings for veterans at the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ national convention in New Orleans July 22-25. The screenings are offered by New Orleans-based non-profit AAAneurysm Outreach in partnership with the VFW, the SVS Foundation and W.L. Gore Inc.
The SVS Foundation will distribute written materials for veterans, offering more information on AAAs and how to find a doctor who specializes in vascular diseases and abnormalities. The screening, in which as many as 2,000 veterans are expected to participate, is the SVS Foundation’s first event since expanding its mission in June to include providing patient education in vascular health.
SVS members are encouraged to spread the word about the screenings to patients who plan to attend the convention.
Webinars Set on Medicare Reimbursement
The SVS and Patient Safety Organization will host a Medicare reimbursement webinar on July 26 and 27, titled "The Quality Payment Program is Not Going Away: The Merit Based Incentive Payment Model (MIPS) and the Advanced Alternative Payment Models under Medicare for Vascular Surgeons."
Presentations will be at 6 p.m. Central Daylight Time Wednesday, July 26, and at noon (CDT) on Thursday, July 27.
Participants can learn how to avoid a 4 percent penalty in 2019 and possibly obtain bonus payments. The webinar will provide step-by-step guidance on:
• How to verify your participation status so you will know whether you need to submit data to MIPS or not
• Reporting quality measures via Medicare claims forms
• How to attest to performing a clinical improvement activity to CMS
• Participating in electronic health records
The SVS and Patient Safety Organization will host a Medicare reimbursement webinar on July 26 and 27, titled "The Quality Payment Program is Not Going Away: The Merit Based Incentive Payment Model (MIPS) and the Advanced Alternative Payment Models under Medicare for Vascular Surgeons."
Presentations will be at 6 p.m. Central Daylight Time Wednesday, July 26, and at noon (CDT) on Thursday, July 27.
Participants can learn how to avoid a 4 percent penalty in 2019 and possibly obtain bonus payments. The webinar will provide step-by-step guidance on:
• How to verify your participation status so you will know whether you need to submit data to MIPS or not
• Reporting quality measures via Medicare claims forms
• How to attest to performing a clinical improvement activity to CMS
• Participating in electronic health records
The SVS and Patient Safety Organization will host a Medicare reimbursement webinar on July 26 and 27, titled "The Quality Payment Program is Not Going Away: The Merit Based Incentive Payment Model (MIPS) and the Advanced Alternative Payment Models under Medicare for Vascular Surgeons."
Presentations will be at 6 p.m. Central Daylight Time Wednesday, July 26, and at noon (CDT) on Thursday, July 27.
Participants can learn how to avoid a 4 percent penalty in 2019 and possibly obtain bonus payments. The webinar will provide step-by-step guidance on:
• How to verify your participation status so you will know whether you need to submit data to MIPS or not
• Reporting quality measures via Medicare claims forms
• How to attest to performing a clinical improvement activity to CMS
• Participating in electronic health records
Apply by Aug. 1 for International Scholars Program
Up to four young vascular surgeons from outside North American may receive a $5,000 award through the International Scholars Program. Each recipient gets the opportunity to visit clinical, teaching and research facilities in the United States and Canada and participate in the 2018 Vascular Annual Meeting in Boston.
Honorees are expected to spend approximately two weeks in the U.S.; clinical visits may be scheduled prior to the meeting, post-meeting or a combination of both. Each recipient also is assigned a mentor to help with scheduling activities.
The application deadline is Aug. 1.
Up to four young vascular surgeons from outside North American may receive a $5,000 award through the International Scholars Program. Each recipient gets the opportunity to visit clinical, teaching and research facilities in the United States and Canada and participate in the 2018 Vascular Annual Meeting in Boston.
Honorees are expected to spend approximately two weeks in the U.S.; clinical visits may be scheduled prior to the meeting, post-meeting or a combination of both. Each recipient also is assigned a mentor to help with scheduling activities.
The application deadline is Aug. 1.
Up to four young vascular surgeons from outside North American may receive a $5,000 award through the International Scholars Program. Each recipient gets the opportunity to visit clinical, teaching and research facilities in the United States and Canada and participate in the 2018 Vascular Annual Meeting in Boston.
Honorees are expected to spend approximately two weeks in the U.S.; clinical visits may be scheduled prior to the meeting, post-meeting or a combination of both. Each recipient also is assigned a mentor to help with scheduling activities.
The application deadline is Aug. 1.
VESAP3 on Sale, as VESAP4 Debut Date Nears
The third version of the Vascular Education and Self-Assessment Program -- commonly known as VESAP3 -- will be discontinued on Sept. 1, 2017. As a result, the price of this valuable resource has now been greatly reduced. Sales of VESAP3 will end Aug. 1, with access continued until Sept. 1.
VESAP4 will launch in August, just in time for qualifying, certification and recertification exams.
A major new feature includes a mobile app (for Apple products only) for off-line use, syncing between the companion app and desktop version; expanded bookmarking and annotation, easier navigation and simplified tracking of CME/MOC certificates.
Costs will be $450 for candidates, $550 for members and $650 for non-members. A total of 75 CME (7.5 for each of the 10 sections) will be available. For information, email [email protected] or call 800-258-7188.
The third version of the Vascular Education and Self-Assessment Program -- commonly known as VESAP3 -- will be discontinued on Sept. 1, 2017. As a result, the price of this valuable resource has now been greatly reduced. Sales of VESAP3 will end Aug. 1, with access continued until Sept. 1.
VESAP4 will launch in August, just in time for qualifying, certification and recertification exams.
A major new feature includes a mobile app (for Apple products only) for off-line use, syncing between the companion app and desktop version; expanded bookmarking and annotation, easier navigation and simplified tracking of CME/MOC certificates.
Costs will be $450 for candidates, $550 for members and $650 for non-members. A total of 75 CME (7.5 for each of the 10 sections) will be available. For information, email [email protected] or call 800-258-7188.
The third version of the Vascular Education and Self-Assessment Program -- commonly known as VESAP3 -- will be discontinued on Sept. 1, 2017. As a result, the price of this valuable resource has now been greatly reduced. Sales of VESAP3 will end Aug. 1, with access continued until Sept. 1.
VESAP4 will launch in August, just in time for qualifying, certification and recertification exams.
A major new feature includes a mobile app (for Apple products only) for off-line use, syncing between the companion app and desktop version; expanded bookmarking and annotation, easier navigation and simplified tracking of CME/MOC certificates.
Costs will be $450 for candidates, $550 for members and $650 for non-members. A total of 75 CME (7.5 for each of the 10 sections) will be available. For information, email [email protected] or call 800-258-7188.
Apply by Aug. 15 for Research Career Development Travel Award
Applications for the Research Career Development Travel Awards are due Aug. 15.
The award, now in its second year, is designed to support early-career vascular surgeons with an interest in basic science, translational or clinical research with both money and mentoring.
Honorees receive $1,500 in financial support to attend an established research career development course, and they also are assigned an SVS research mentor to provide guidance and discuss academic career advancement, including other available resources and opportunities.
Applicants must be either an SVS Candidate or Active member who has completed postgraduate clinical training in vascular surgery and has been in practice no more than seven years.
Applications for the Research Career Development Travel Awards are due Aug. 15.
The award, now in its second year, is designed to support early-career vascular surgeons with an interest in basic science, translational or clinical research with both money and mentoring.
Honorees receive $1,500 in financial support to attend an established research career development course, and they also are assigned an SVS research mentor to provide guidance and discuss academic career advancement, including other available resources and opportunities.
Applicants must be either an SVS Candidate or Active member who has completed postgraduate clinical training in vascular surgery and has been in practice no more than seven years.
Applications for the Research Career Development Travel Awards are due Aug. 15.
The award, now in its second year, is designed to support early-career vascular surgeons with an interest in basic science, translational or clinical research with both money and mentoring.
Honorees receive $1,500 in financial support to attend an established research career development course, and they also are assigned an SVS research mentor to provide guidance and discuss academic career advancement, including other available resources and opportunities.
Applicants must be either an SVS Candidate or Active member who has completed postgraduate clinical training in vascular surgery and has been in practice no more than seven years.