Massachusetts first up in AMA plan for doctor accreditation

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The American Medical Assn (AMA) has a short amount of time to start its physician accreditation program before managed care organizations take the initiative and set physician standards, according to association officials. So, the AMA has begun the process with the full support of medical industry leaders, although some specialty societies are trying to delay the process to clarify some issues. The AMA's goal is to operate the program by early 1997.

Offices & clinics of medical doctors, Physicians & Surgeons, Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists), Health Personnel Regulation, Management, American Medical Association, Medical personnel, Trade and professional associations, Professional associations, Trade associations

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Groups embrace guidelines as part of managed care contract

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Physicians are both optimistic and cautious about the use of practice guidelines in the managed care setting. Practice guidelines benefit patients by outlining consistent and precise methods for treating conditions. However, clinicians are concerned that financial incentives to doctors are not aligned with the objectives of the guidelines. Several physician groups have developed patient education materials to compliment practice guidelines.

Health Care, Health Care and Social Assistance, Managed care plans (Medical care)

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UR accreditor expanding reach to delivery networks

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The Utilization Review Accreditation Commission will provide accreditation to a variety of networks, including PPOs, physician/hospital organizations, independent practice associations and physician organizations. Consumers, providers and health plan officials created the standards with an emphasis on consumer protection. The accreditation plan is flexible enough to cover a variety of networks.

Medical Services NEC, Other Ambulatory Health Care Services, Health Regulation

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