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II. Listening Session Format
The listening session will be held on
December 9, 2008 to consider the key
design issues raised in the issues paper.
The session will begin at 10 a.m. e.s.t.
with an overview of the objectives for
the session and a brief summary of the
approach to developing the plan.
Beginning at approximately 10:30 a.m.
e.s.t. the remainder of the meeting will
be devoted to presenting and receiving
comments on key design and policy
issues in each of the major components
of the plan: (1) Measures; (2) data
infrastructure and reporting; (3)
incentive methodology; and (4) public
reporting. The agenda will provide
opportunities for brief 2-minute
comments on each of the key issues
from on-site session attendees. As time
allows, telephone participants will also
have the opportunity to provide brief 2minute comments. A lunch break will
occur from approximately 12:30 p.m.
e.s.t. to 1:15 p.m. e.s.t. The meeting will
conclude by 4 p.m. e.s.t. with brief
comments on next steps.
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III. Registration Instructions
For security reasons, any persons
wishing to attend this meeting must
register by the date listed in the DATES
section of this notice. Persons interested
in attending the meeting or participating
by teleconference must register by
completing the on-line registration via
the CMS Web site at https://
registration.intercall.com/go/cms2. The
on-line registration system will generate
a confirmation page to indicate the
completion of your registration. Please
print this page as your registration
receipt.
Individuals may also participate in
the listening session by teleconference.
Registration is required as the number of
call-in lines will be limited. The call-in
number will be provided upon
confirmation of registration.
An audio download of the listening
session will be available within 72
hours after completion of the listening
session through the CMS Web site
Physician Center Spotlights at https://
www.cms.hhs.gov/center/physician.asp.
IV. Security, Building, and Parking
Guidelines
This meeting will be held in a Federal
government building; therefore, Federal
security measures are applicable. In
planning your arrival time, we
recommend allowing additional time to
clear security. The on-site check-in for
visitors will begin at 9:15 a.m. e.s.t.
Please allow sufficient time to complete
security checkpoints.
Security measures include the
following:
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• Presentation of government-issued
photographic identification to the
Federal Protective Service or Guard
Service personnel.
• Interior and exterior inspection of
vehicles (this includes engine and trunk
inspection) at the entrance to the
grounds. Parking permits and
instructions will be issued after the
vehicle inspection.
• Passing through a metal detector
and inspection of items brought into the
building. We note that all items brought
to CMS, whether personal or for the
purpose of demonstration or to support
a demonstration, are subject to
inspection.
We cannot assume responsibility for
coordinating the receipt, transfer,
transport, storage, set-up, safety, or
timely arrival of any personal
belongings or items used for
demonstration or to support a
demonstration.
Note: Individuals who are not registered in
advance will not be permitted to enter the
building and will be unable to attend the
meeting. The public may not enter the
building earlier than 45 minutes prior to the
convening of the meeting.
All visitors must be escorted in areas
other than the lower and first floor
levels in the Central Building. Seating
capacity is limited to the first 250
registrants.
Authority: Section 131(d) The Medicare
Improvements for Patients and Providers Act
of 2008.
Dated: October 9, 2008.
Kerry Weems,
Acting Administrator, Centers for Medicare
& Medicaid Services.
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[CMS–1559–N]
Medicare Program; Meeting of the
Practicing Physicians Advisory
Council, December 8, 2008
Centers for Medicare &
Medicaid Services (CMS), HHS.
ACTION: Notice.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: This notice announces a
quarterly meeting of the Practicing
Physicians Advisory Council (the
Council). The Council will meet to
discuss certain proposed changes in
regulations and manual instructions
related to physicians’ services, as
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identified by the Secretary of Health and
Human Services. This meeting is open
to the public.
DATES: Meeting Date: Monday,
December 8, 2008, from 8:30 a.m. to 5
p.m. e.s.t.
Deadline for Registration without Oral
Presentation: Thursday, December 4,
2008, 12 noon, e.s.t.
Deadline for Registration of Oral
Presentations: Friday, November 21,
2008, 12 noon, e.s.t.
Deadline for Submission of Oral
Remarks and Written Comments:
Wednesday, November 26, 2008, 12
noon, e.s.t.
Deadline for Requesting Special
Accommodations: Monday, December 1,
2008, 12 noon, e.s.t.
ADDRESSES: Meeting Location: The
meeting will be held in Room 505A, in
the Hubert H. Humphrey Building, 200
Independence Avenue, SW.,
Washington, DC 20201.
Submission of Testimony:
Testimonies should be mailed to Kelly
Buchanan, Designated Federal Official
(DFO), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid
Services, 7500 Security Boulevard, Mail
stop C4–13–07, Baltimore, MD 21244–
1850, or contact the DFO via e-mail at
PPAC&_hhs@cms.hhs.gov.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Kelly Buchanan, DFO, (410) 786–6132,
or e-mail PPAC_hhs@cms.hhs.gov.
News media representatives must
contact the CMS Press Office, (202) 690–
6145. Please refer to the CMS Advisory
Committees’ Information Line (1–877–
449–5659 toll free), (410) 786–9379
local) or the Internet at https://
www.cms.hhs.gov/home/
regsguidance.asp for additional
information and updates on committee
activities.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Background
In accordance with section 10(a) of
the Federal Advisory Committee Act,
this notice announces the quarterly
meeting of the Practicing Physicians
Advisory Council (the Council). The
Secretary of Health and Human Services
(the Secretary) is mandated by section
1868(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (the
Act) to appoint a Practicing Physicians
Advisory Council based on nominations
submitted by medical organizations
representing physicians. The Council
meets quarterly to discuss certain
proposed changes in regulations and
manual instructions related to physician
services, as identified by the Secretary.
To the extent feasible and consistent
with statutory deadlines, the Council’s
consultation must occur before Federal
Register publication of the proposed
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changes. The Council submits an annual
report on its recommendations to the
Secretary and the Administrator of the
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid
Services (CMS) not later than December
31 of each year.
The Council consists of 15 physicians,
including the Chair. Members of the
Council include both participating and
nonparticipating physicians, and
physicians practicing in rural and
underserved urban areas. At least 11
members of the Council must be
physicians as described in section
1861(r)(1) of the Act; that is, Statelicensed doctors of medicine or
osteopathy. The remaining 4 members
may include dentists, podiatrists,
optometrists, and chiropractors.
Members serve for overlapping 4-year
terms.
Section 1868(a)(2) of the Act provides
that the Council meet quarterly to
discuss certain proposed changes in
regulations and manual issuances that
relate to physicians’ services, identified
by the Secretary. Section 1868(a)(3) of
the Act provides for payment of
expenses and per diem for Council
members in the same manner as
members of other advisory committees
appointed by the Secretary. In addition
to making these payments, the
Department of Health and Human
Services and CMS provide management
and support services to the Council. The
Secretary will appoint new members to
the Council from among those
candidates determined to have the
expertise required to meet specific
agency needs in a manner to ensure
appropriate balance of the Council’s
membership.
The Council held its first meeting on
May 11, 1992. The current members are:
Vincent J. Bufalino, M.D., Chairperson;
M. Leroy Sprang, M.D.; Karen S.
Williams, M.D.; Joseph A. Giaimo, D.O.;
Jonathan E. Siff, M.D., MBA; John E.
Arradondo, M.D., MPH; Fredrica E.
Smith, M.D.; Pamela A. Howard, M.D.;
Tye J. Ouzounian, M.D.; Christopher J.
Standaert, M.D.; Arthur D. Snow, Jr.,
M.D.; Gregory J. Przybylski, M.D.; Jeffrey
A. Ross, DPM, M.D.; Roger L. Jordan,
O.D.; and Janice A. Kirsch, M.D.
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II. Meeting Format and Agenda
The meeting will commence with the
Council’s Executive Director providing a
status report, and the CMS responses to
the recommendations made by the
Council at the August 18, 2008 meeting,
as well as prior meeting
recommendations. Additionally, an
update will be provided on the
Physician Regulatory Issues Team. In
accordance with the Council charter, we
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are requesting assistance with the
following agenda topics:
• Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule.
• Outpatient Prospective Payment
System, (OPPS)/Ambulatory Surgical
Center (ASC) Fee Schedule Final Rule.
• Stark Reform.
• Value Based Purchasing-Efficiency
Measures.
• CMS–FDA Collaboration.
• Medically Unlikely Edits (MUE)
Update.
For additional information and
clarification on these topics, contact the
DFO as provided in the FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION CONTACT section of this
notice. Individual physicians or medical
organizations that represent physicians
wishing to present a 5-minute oral
testimony on agenda issues must
register with the DFO by the date listed
in the DATES section of this notice.
Testimony is limited to agenda topics
only. The number of oral testimonies
may be limited by the time available. A
written copy of the presenter’s oral
remarks must be submitted to the DFO
for distribution to Council members for
review before the meeting by the date
listed in the DATES section of this notice.
Physicians and medical organizations
not scheduled to speak may also submit
written comments to the DFO for
distribution by the date listed in the
DATES section of this notice.
III. Meeting Registration and Security
Information
The meeting is open to the public, but
attendance is limited to the space
available. Persons wishing to attend this
meeting must register by contacting the
DFO at the address listed in the
ADDRESSES section of this notice or by
telephone at the number listed in the
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
section of this notice by the date
specified in the DATES section of this
notice.
Since this meeting will be held in a
Federal Government Building, the
Hubert H. Humphrey Building, Federal
security measures are applicable. In
planning your arrival time, we
recommend allowing additional time to
clear security. To gain access to the
building, participants will be required
to show a government-issued photo
identification (for example, driver’s
license or passport), and must be listed
on an approved security list before
persons are permitted entrance. Persons
not registered in advance will not be
permitted into the Hubert H. Humphrey
Building and will not be permitted to
attend the Council meeting.
All persons entering the building
must pass through a metal detector. In
addition, all items brought to the Hubert
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H. Humphrey Building, whether
personal or for the purpose of
presentation, are subject to inspection.
We cannot assume responsibility for
coordinating the receipt, transfer,
transport, storage, set-up, safety, or
timely arrival of any personal
belongings or items used for the purpose
of presentation.
Individuals requiring sign language
interpretation or other special
accommodation must contact the DFO
via the contact information specified in
the FOR FUTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
section of this notice by the date listed
in the DATES section of this notice.
Authority: (Section 1868 of the Social
Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ee) and section
10(a) of Pub. L. 92–463 (5 U.S.C. App. 2,
section 10(a)).)
Dated: October 9, 2008.
Kerry Weems,
Acting Administrator, Centers for Medicare
& Medicaid Services.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
[CMS-1559-N]
Medicare Program; Meeting of the Practicing Physicians Advisory
Council, December 8, 2008
AGENCY: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), HHS.
ACTION: Notice.
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SUMMARY: This notice announces a quarterly meeting of the Practicing
Physicians Advisory Council (the Council). The Council will meet to
discuss certain proposed changes in regulations and manual instructions
related to physicians' services, as identified by the Secretary of
Health and Human Services. This meeting is open to the public.
DATES: Meeting Date: Monday, December 8, 2008, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
e.s.t.
Deadline for Registration without Oral Presentation: Thursday,
December 4, 2008, 12 noon, e.s.t.
Deadline for Registration of Oral Presentations: Friday, November
21, 2008, 12 noon, e.s.t.
Deadline for Submission of Oral Remarks and Written Comments:
Wednesday, November 26, 2008, 12 noon, e.s.t.
Deadline for Requesting Special Accommodations: Monday, December 1,
2008, 12 noon, e.s.t.
ADDRESSES: Meeting Location: The meeting will be held in Room 505A, in
the Hubert H. Humphrey Building, 200 Independence Avenue, SW.,
Washington, DC 20201.
Submission of Testimony: Testimonies should be mailed to Kelly
Buchanan, Designated Federal Official (DFO), Centers for Medicare &
Medicaid Services, 7500 Security Boulevard, Mail stop C4-13-07,
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850, or contact the DFO via e-mail at PPAC&_
hhs@cms.hhs.gov.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kelly Buchanan, DFO, (410) 786-6132,
or e-mail PPAC_hhs@cms.hhs.gov. News media representatives must
contact the CMS Press Office, (202) 690-6145. Please refer to the CMS
Advisory Committees' Information Line (1-877-449-5659 toll free), (410)
786-9379 local) or the Internet at https://www.cms.hhs.gov/home/
regsguidance.asp for additional information and updates on committee
activities.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Background
In accordance with section 10(a) of the Federal Advisory Committee
Act, this notice announces the quarterly meeting of the Practicing
Physicians Advisory Council (the Council). The Secretary of Health and
Human Services (the Secretary) is mandated by section 1868(a)(1) of the
Social Security Act (the Act) to appoint a Practicing Physicians
Advisory Council based on nominations submitted by medical
organizations representing physicians. The Council meets quarterly to
discuss certain proposed changes in regulations and manual instructions
related to physician services, as identified by the Secretary. To the
extent feasible and consistent with statutory deadlines, the Council's
consultation must occur before Federal Register publication of the
proposed
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changes. The Council submits an annual report on its recommendations to
the Secretary and the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare &
Medicaid Services (CMS) not later than December 31 of each year.
The Council consists of 15 physicians, including the Chair. Members
of the Council include both participating and nonparticipating
physicians, and physicians practicing in rural and underserved urban
areas. At least 11 members of the Council must be physicians as
described in section 1861(r)(1) of the Act; that is, State-licensed
doctors of medicine or osteopathy. The remaining 4 members may include
dentists, podiatrists, optometrists, and chiropractors. Members serve
for overlapping 4-year terms.
Section 1868(a)(2) of the Act provides that the Council meet
quarterly to discuss certain proposed changes in regulations and manual
issuances that relate to physicians' services, identified by the
Secretary. Section 1868(a)(3) of the Act provides for payment of
expenses and per diem for Council members in the same manner as members
of other advisory committees appointed by the Secretary. In addition to
making these payments, the Department of Health and Human Services and
CMS provide management and support services to the Council. The
Secretary will appoint new members to the Council from among those
candidates determined to have the expertise required to meet specific
agency needs in a manner to ensure appropriate balance of the Council's
membership.
The Council held its first meeting on May 11, 1992. The current
members are: Vincent J. Bufalino, M.D., Chairperson; M. Leroy Sprang,
M.D.; Karen S. Williams, M.D.; Joseph A. Giaimo, D.O.; Jonathan E.
Siff, M.D., MBA; John E. Arradondo, M.D., MPH; Fredrica E. Smith, M.D.;
Pamela A. Howard, M.D.; Tye J. Ouzounian, M.D.; Christopher J.
Standaert, M.D.; Arthur D. Snow, Jr., M.D.; Gregory J. Przybylski,
M.D.; Jeffrey A. Ross, DPM, M.D.; Roger L. Jordan, O.D.; and Janice A.
Kirsch, M.D.
II. Meeting Format and Agenda
The meeting will commence with the Council's Executive Director
providing a status report, and the CMS responses to the recommendations
made by the Council at the August 18, 2008 meeting, as well as prior
meeting recommendations. Additionally, an update will be provided on
the Physician Regulatory Issues Team. In accordance with the Council
charter, we are requesting assistance with the following agenda topics:
Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule.
Outpatient Prospective Payment System, (OPPS)/Ambulatory
Surgical Center (ASC) Fee Schedule Final Rule.
Stark Reform.
Value Based Purchasing-Efficiency Measures.
CMS-FDA Collaboration.
Medically Unlikely Edits (MUE) Update.
For additional information and clarification on these topics,
contact the DFO as provided in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
section of this notice. Individual physicians or medical organizations
that represent physicians wishing to present a 5-minute oral testimony
on agenda issues must register with the DFO by the date listed in the
DATES section of this notice. Testimony is limited to agenda topics
only. The number of oral testimonies may be limited by the time
available. A written copy of the presenter's oral remarks must be
submitted to the DFO for distribution to Council members for review
before the meeting by the date listed in the DATES section of this
notice. Physicians and medical organizations not scheduled to speak may
also submit written comments to the DFO for distribution by the date
listed in the DATES section of this notice.
III. Meeting Registration and Security Information
The meeting is open to the public, but attendance is limited to the
space available. Persons wishing to attend this meeting must register
by contacting the DFO at the address listed in the ADDRESSES section of
this notice or by telephone at the number listed in the FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION CONTACT section of this notice by the date specified in the
DATES section of this notice.
Since this meeting will be held in a Federal Government Building,
the Hubert H. Humphrey Building, Federal security measures are
applicable. In planning your arrival time, we recommend allowing
additional time to clear security. To gain access to the building,
participants will be required to show a government-issued photo
identification (for example, driver's license or passport), and must be
listed on an approved security list before persons are permitted
entrance. Persons not registered in advance will not be permitted into
the Hubert H. Humphrey Building and will not be permitted to attend the
Council meeting.
All persons entering the building must pass through a metal
detector. In addition, all items brought to the Hubert H. Humphrey
Building, whether personal or for the purpose of presentation, are
subject to inspection. We cannot assume responsibility for coordinating
the receipt, transfer, transport, storage, set-up, safety, or timely
arrival of any personal belongings or items used for the purpose of
presentation.
Individuals requiring sign language interpretation or other special
accommodation must contact the DFO via the contact information
specified in the FOR FUTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this notice
by the date listed in the DATES section of this notice.
Authority: (Section 1868 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C.
1395ee) and section 10(a) of Pub. L. 92-463 (5 U.S.C. App. 2,
section 10(a)).)
Dated: October 9, 2008.
Kerry Weems,
Acting Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
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