Managers’ Time Out September 4, 2018 Welcome! Managers’ Time Out September 4, 2018

Illinois MGMA Webinars Tuesday, September 11, 2018 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM central time “Maximizing Performance and Reimbursement: Navigating the CMS QPP " Free for Illinois MGMA members Details here: ILMGMA WEBINAR

Illinois MGMA Webinars Tuesday, October 9, 2018 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM central time “Dealing with Burnout and Tips to Help Prevent It" Free for Illinois MGMA members Details here: ILMGMA WEBINAR

National MGMA Events MGMA Annual conference MGMA 18 Registration

Interested in Becoming Certified through MGMA? Current program critera — effective through Dec. 31, 2018 To apply for board certification, you must: Be a current national MGMA member (1 yr $399 / 2 yrs $699) Have two years of healthcare management experience Have six months of experience in a supervisory role Pay a $250 application and processing fee

Interested in Becoming Certified through MGMA?  Step Two: Assess & Build Knowledge After program acceptance, you will need to fulfill three requirements to earn your CMPE credential. These requirements can be completed in the order that works for you: Pass a multiple choice exam - This 175-item, multiple-choice exam assesses your on-the-job knowledge of the broad scope of group practice management principles and practices as described in the six domains of the Body of Knowledge for Medical Practice Management  

Interested in Becoming Certified through MGMA?  Step Two: Assess & Build Knowledge Pass a scenario-based exam - This exam assesses in-depth knowledge of medical practice management principles, problem-solving and decision-making skills a candidate would need to handle and resolve real-world medical practice issues.   Earn 50 hours of continuing education (CE) - You can start earning CE 30 days prior to your nominee acceptance date through a variety of qualifying activities. CE credit can also be earned during your exam preparation and after passing the exams  

Interested in Becoming Certified through MGMA? Step Three: Maintain Your Credential The Certification Commission and the MGMA Board vote monthly to confer and award the CMPE designation to individuals who have completed the nominee requirements. After the vote is final, staff will send official notification of your advancement. Once certified, you will need to: Submit 50 CE hours every three years Remain an national MGMA member Consider ACMPE Fellowship (Optional) - Once you’re board certified, you’ll be eligible to join an influential group of exceptional practice leaders through ACMPE Fellowship, the highest level of distinction you can earn in medical practice management.  

Interested in Becoming Certified through MGMA? Upcoming exam dates: Fees: Registration fees for exams are $165 and are not transferable. Exam Dates Location Registration Sept. 8-22, 2018 Nationwide computerized testing - view locations July 23-Aug. 7, 2018 Dec. 1-15, 2018 Oct. 22-Nov. 6, 2018  

Interested in Becoming Certified through MGMA? 2019 Board Certification Enhancements https://www.mgma.com/career-pathways/career-advancement/board-certification/2019-program-enhancements  

ACMPE Resources Sign up for national MGMA’s Board Certification Study Group here: STUDY GROUP Learn more about the Body of Knowledge, MGMA’s guide that the certification exams are based on. Purchasing the series of books is highly recommended as they can help you in your career. More details here: BODY OF KNOWLEDGE The ACMPE Certification Exam Workbook is an excellent choice to assist with exam preparation: CERT BOOK Once you feel confident about your understanding of the Body of Knowledge, consider the ACMPE Knowledge Assessment guide: ACMPE KNOWLEDGE  

ACMPE Resources National MGMA has tips on both the Multiple Choice Exam and Scenario Based Exam portions of certification. Those can be viewed here: MULTI & SCENARIO To ensure that you’re 100% prepared for everything involved with certification, the Certification Policy Manual provides you with all of the answers: CERT POLICY For national MGMA members, there’s a Board Certification Network available in which you can learn more from your peers. To enroll, visit this link: CERT NETWORK And one of my personal favorites is the Tennessee Study Group. One of the leaders of that group is on the ACMPE Commission and can provide you with great insight on the process. Tennessee  

ACMPE Resources ACMPE FELLOWSHIP PREPARATION SERIES Are you planning to pursue Fellowship through ACMPE or have you begun the journey? Access the two-part webinar recording for the tips and tactics to successfully earn your FACMPE ACMPE FELLOWSHIP PREPARATION SERIES  

ACMPE – Register Today Incentives to join MGMA- ACMPE Purchase MGMA membership plus the board certification application in one bundle and SAVE $50!    

Discussion: Health System-Owned Physician Practices: Are Any Losses Acceptable? HFMA article uses MGMA data to indicate that the average health-system owned physician practice runs in the red Conversely, private practices run in the black  

Discussion: Healthcare Initiatives for the next Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker: Medicaid for all: IllinoisCares would allow Illinois residents to buy into the state’s Medicaid system  

Discussion: Healthcare Initiatives for the next Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner: No plan similar to Pritzker. Instead: Vetoed restrictions on short-term limited duration health plans  

Discussion: Healthcare Initiatives for the next Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner: Expanded Mental Health Laws  

MGMA Continuing Education This meeting results in 1 CE credit hours for ACMPE ACMPE Credit Claiming Members wishing to claim ACMPE credits can now do so online! All certified, nominees, and fellows should have received the attached email with directions. If they did not, please share the below. Log in to mgma.com Select “My Dashboard” found on the top right corner. Select “ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT” found on the top right corner. Select “ACMPE TRACKING” found on the left side to enter the portal. *If you or your members have questions about claiming ACMPE credits, please email acmpe@mgma.com.  

August Meeting Our next meeting is on Tuesday, November 6th Speaker & Topic: to be determined

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