Survey Examines Marijuana Use Among U.S. Adults
A survey of more than 169,000 American adults found that individuals with one or more documented medical conditions are far more likely to use marijuana than those without a medical condition. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 16, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
AAFP Creates New MIG for Employed Physicians
Employed family physicians have a new member interest group where they can network, communicate ideas and share common interests. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 15, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Primary Care Exception Needs Expansion, AAFP Tells CMS
In an Oct. 9 letter to CMS, the Academy advocated for the expansion of codes under the primary care exception rule -- an update that would reduce administrative complexity without compromising patient care. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 14, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
AAFP Pushes Against Executive Order on Equivalent Payment
A recent White House executive order meant to gird Medicare includes some good ideas -- but one element could impair high-quality, team-based primary care, the Academy warned in an Oct. 11 letter. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 14, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Family Medicine Is Key to Abundant Opportunities
Former AAFP President Warren Jones, M.D., has been taking on leadership roles in family medicine for decades. At 71, he ' s not done yet. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 14, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
AAFP Updates CME Search, Reporter Functions for Members
The Academy has updated the CME Search and CME Reporter tools on AAFP.org, making it easier for members to find the specific CME products and activities they need. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 11, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
AAFP to HRSA: Primary Care Services Best Delivered by FPs
The AAFP has responded to a request for information from the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding rural communities ' access to health care services. Noting that 17% of AAFP members currently practice in rural areas, the Academy said FPs are best-suited to deliver primary care services in this setting. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 9, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
AAFP Renews Push for Site-neutral Payment
The Academy continued its extensive advocacy for site-neutral payment in a recent round of letters to CMS and Congress, saying that such payment parity would encourage patients to make decisions based on quality rather than cost. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 9, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
In Wake of Measles Outbreaks, CDC Updates 2019 Case Totals
The CDC is reporting details from this year ' s measles outbreaks after the New York State Department of Health declared that the state ' s nearly yearlong outbreak has ended. The good news: The United States has maintained its measles elimination status. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 9, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
AAFP Welcomes Proposed Graphic Cigarette Warning Labels
The Academy praised a proposed rule that would add stark warning labels to cigarette packs and called on regulators to go further to protect youth from nicotine. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 8, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Screen Pregnant Patients for Asymptomatic Bacteriuria
On Sept. 24, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force posted a final recommendation statement and final evidence summary on screening for asymptomatic bacteriuria in adults, recommending that all pregnant patients be screened. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 7, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
CDC: THC Products Used in Most Vaping Illness Cases
The CDC said the latest findings from its investigation into lung injury associated with e-cigarette use, or vaping, indicate that three-fourths of those affected used tetrahydrocannabinol-containing products. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 7, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Caring for Immigrants at the Border and on Capitol Hill
Claudia Mercado, M.D., treated thousands of asylum-seekers this summer in Laredo, Texas, and more are on the way. Now she ' s taking her message to Washington, D.C. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 7, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Views From the 2019 Congress of Delegates and Family Medicine Experience
This page features photos, videos and other content highlighting various events at the 2019 Congress of Delegates and Family Medicine Experience in Philadelphia. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 4, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Family Physicians Aim to Grow AAFP, Embrace Inclusiveness
Family physicians attending the 2019 Congress of Delegates in Philadelphia debated resolutions addressing family-friendly meetings, gender pronouns on badges and more. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - October 2, 2019 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
