The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) far-reaching Stark changes, which took effect in early December, reflect frustrations with what the agency sees as a growing number of arrangements that permit physicians to profit from referrals of ancillary services, while working around Stark restrictions.

In short, the changes are aimed at "loopholes" in the rules, including "per click leases," percentage compensation, markup of purchased diagnostic tests and interpretations, professional courtesy, and much more. In addition, CMS has included an anti-markup provision in the 2008 physician fee schedule rule, which takes effect January 1. These changes will have a major impact on how pathologists, radiologists, and labs conduct their business.

Join us during this national audio conference to find out exactly what the new rules mean for your business and how you might need to restructure existing relationships.

During this 90-minute program, you’ll:

• Understand the latest revisions to the Stark prohibition on self-referrals
• Learn about Medicare payment changes contained in the 2008 physician fee schedule final rule
• Find out how these revisions affect business relationships, including "pod" labs
• Get insight into how to restructure existing relationships to limit the potential impact of these changes

You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions in our interactive Q&A portion of the program. Take this hassle-free approach to learning about the latest Stark and payment rules and understanding how they will affect you. And you can invite your entire staff – for one low fee.

FEATURED FACULTY

Bill Mathias, Esq.
Ober/Kaler

Julie Kass, Esq.
Ober/Kaler

HOST & MODERATOR:

Kimberly Scott
Senior Editor, Washington G2 Reports

For more information, please call 800-401-5937, ext. 2. Continuing education credit is available.

Register today! Unable to attend? Order the CD now!