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The Department of Veteran Affairs’ new External Provider Scheduling cloud-based technology system allows VA schedulers to book approved appointments directly into community care program participants’ systems.

The Academy is pushing for a delay in implementation for the pilot, scheduled to start on Dec. 15.

When Humana started denying valid claims for office and eye visits billed with diagnostic testing, the Academy fought back — and won.

As Halloween approaches, don’t ghost OPHTHPAC® this year! Contribute to OPHTHPAC today to join our inaugural “Spooktacular” Halloween costume competition. Submit costume photos of you, your family, colleagues, and pets in your spookiest Halloween attire!

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has again reversed course and instructed Medicare administrative contractors (MACs) to lift the hold on the majority of Medicare claims with dates of service on or after Oct. 1.

The payer told the Academy it has started to correct some previously denied claims. Here is what Academy members need to know.

The Academy is engaging CMS directly to resolve new inconsistencies around modifier 25 and ensure clear, accurate guidance for ophthalmology practices.

The Academy joined 60 medical organizations in urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt international medical graduate physicians from the application fee.

Novitas Solutions (Novitas) and First Coast Service Options (First Coast) cover 14 states and three regions, including the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands.

What you need to know about CMS’ plan to expand prior authorization for some ambulatory surgical center services in 10 states.