ABIM to develop self-paced maintenance of certification option
The American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) is going to develop a longitudinal assessment option for its maintenance of certification (MOC) program, according to an Aug. 20 letter to the internal medicine community from Chair Marianne Green, MD, and [...]
ABPN announces change to primary certification policy for sleep physicians
The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) has announced that maintenance of primary certification will now be optional for ABPN diplomates who have subspecialty certification in sleep medicine. The policy change allows ABPN diplomates currently certified in sleep [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – August 17, 2019
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. NovaSom files for bankruptcy Home sleep apnea test supplier NovaSom Inc. has filed for [...]
New movie featuring narcolepsy with cataplexy: What sleep doctors should know
On Aug. 9, 2019, a new feature film, "Ode to Joy," opened in select theaters and released via video on demand across the United States. "Ode to Joy" is a romantic comedy about a man, Charlie (played by Martin [...]
AAHS requests proposals for sleep education presentations
Are you an expert in a sleep subject? Have you had an experience that you could share that would benefit your peers and help advance sleep advocacy? The American Alliance for Healthy Sleep (AAHS) is soliciting session proposals for [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – August 10, 2019
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. 1 in 300 have advanced sleep phase A study in the journal Sleep reports [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – August 3, 2019
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. CMS issues proposed 2020 fee schedule This week CMS issued its proposed rule that [...]
CMS releases 2020 Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule
On July 29, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the proposed rule citing potential revisions to payment policies under the Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and other Part B payment policies. Highlights of the 2020 CMS proposed [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – July 27, 2019
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. PAP vs UAS: Impact on blood pressure A study in press in CHEST found [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – July 20, 2019
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. Download new payer policy scorecard The AASM Payer Policy Review Committee has developed a [...]
New sleep apnea guideline scorecard for Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
The AASM Payer Policy Review Committee recently reviewed a policy from Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, “Diagnosis and Medical Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome.” The committee evaluated the policy and assigned a score based on [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – July 13, 2019
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. In Memoriam: Christian Guilleminault, MD The AASM regrets to announce the passing of longtime [...]
NHLBI seeks applicants for director of the National Center on Sleep Disorders Research
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) is launching a national search to identify an exceptional leader to catalyze an important research portfolio that will drive the future of sleep and circadian research for the next decade. NHLBI is [...]
2018 MIPS performance feedback and final scores now available
All providers who participated in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) program during 2018 can now log in on the Quality Payment Program (QPP) website to review 2018 MIPS performance feedback and final scores, including your payment adjustment. Participants [...]
AASM partners with ArborMetrix to develop the first clinical registry for sleep medicine
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine is partnering with ArborMetrix to create the first qualified clinical data registry (QCDR) dedicated solely to sleep medicine. The AASM issued a request for proposals in September 2018 and decided to partner with [...]
In Memoriam: Christian Guilleminault, MD (1938-2019)
The AASM regrets to announce the passing of longtime AASM member and sleep medicine pioneer Christian Guilleminault, MD. As reported by the World Sleep Society, Dr. Guilleminault died at the age of 80 on July 9, 2019, from [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – July 6, 2019
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. Coding FAQ: Billing for CBT-I Question: What code is used for cognitive behavioral therapy [...]
Coding FAQ: Billing for cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia
Question: What code is used for cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I)? Answer: There are three different code series that can be used to report cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). Some providers report evaluation and management (E/M) codes [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – June 29, 2019
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. Accreditation standards take effect July 1 The AASM has revised the Standards for Accreditation [...]
Revised standards for accreditation take effect July 1
The AASM has revised the Standards for Accreditation to simplify requirements that have a limited bearing on the quality of a sleep facility or independent sleep practice. These revised standards have been posted online and take effect July 1, [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – June 22, 2019
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. AASM returns to AMA House of Delegates The AASM was readmitted to the AMA [...]
AASM is readmitted to the AMA House of Delegates
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) was readmitted to the American Medical Association (AMA) House of Delegates during its 2019 annual meeting, which was held June 8 – 12 in Chicago. Based on the number of AASM physician [...]
New products galore in the AASM store!
The AASM has released several new products just in time for the kickoff of summer. Start your summer learning with these resources today! 2019 Sleep Medicine Disruptors On-Demand Our June Product of the Month is composed of recordings and [...]
Register for free CMS webinar on quality measurement
Register now for the free CMS webinar, “Measuring Quality to Improve Quality: Strengths and Challenges of Clinical Quality Measurement.” Join this webinar to receive an overview of quality measurement concepts and learn about the current CMS quality measure portfolio. [...]
AASM joins AMA in urging Congress to improve MACRA
The AASM joined almost 120 organizations in signing on to a letter from the American Medical Association (AMA) urging Congressional leaders to implement technical improvements to the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) to improve the program and [...]