CMA Publishes New Payor Contracting Guide
To help physicians understand their rights when it comes to health plan contract amendments, CMA has published "Payor Contract Amendments: An Action Guide for Physicians." The guide helps physicians carefully review all proposed amendments to health plan or medical group/IPA contracts, and how to avoid accepting substandard contracts that are not beneficial to your practice. Request a copy from the ACCMA by calling 510-654-5383.
To help physicians understand their rights when it comes to health plan contract amendments, CMA has published "Payor Contract Amendments: An Action Guide for Physicians." The guide helps physicians carefully review all proposed amendments to health plan or medical group/IPA contracts, and how to avoid accepting substandard contracts that are not beneficial to your practice. Request a copy from the ACCMA by calling 510-654-5383.
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