Medicare Program; Meeting of the Practicing Physicians Advisory Council, December 7, 2009, 56202-56203 [E9-26225]

Download as PDF 56202 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 209 / Friday, October 30, 2009 / Notices Dated: October 23, 2009. Michelle Shortt, Director, Regulations Development Group, Office of Strategic Operations and Regulatory Affairs. [FR Doc. E9–26111 Filed 10–29–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4120–01–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [CMS–1565–N] Medicare Program; Meeting of the Practicing Physicians Advisory Council, December 7, 2009 sroberts on DSKD5P82C1PROD with NOTICES AGENCY: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), HHS. ACTION: Notice. 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 7, 2009, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., eastern standard time (e.s.t.). Deadline for Registration without Oral Presentation: Thursday, December 3, 2009, 12 noon, e.s.t. Deadline for Registration of Oral Presentations: Friday, November 20, 2009, 12 noon, e.s.t. Deadline for Submission of Oral Remarks and Written Comments: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 12 noon, e.s.t. Deadline for Requesting Special Accommodations: Tuesday, December 1, 2009, 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– VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:30 Oct 29, 2009 Jkt 220001 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 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 requires 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 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 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: John E. Arradondo, M.D., MPH; Vincent J. Bufalino, M.D., Chairperson; Joseph A. Giaimo, D.O.; Pamela A. Howard, M.D.; Roger L. Jordan, O.D.; Janice A. Kirsch, M.D.; Tye J. Ouzounian, M.D.; Jeffrey A. Ross, DPM, M.D.; Jonathan E. Siff, M.D., MBA; Fredrica E. Smith, M.D.; Arthur D. Snow, Jr., M.D.; Christopher J. Standaert, M.D.; and Karen S. Williams, M.D. In addition, two new members were recently appointed by the Secretary: Chiledum A. Ahaghotu, M.D., and Richard E. Smith, M.D. New members will be sworn in at the December 7, 2009 meeting. 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 31, 2009 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: • Value-Based Purchasing for Physicians and Hospitals. • Medicare Physician Fee Schedule— Final Rule. • Outpatient Prospective Payment System/Ambulatory Surgical Center (OPPS/ASC) Fee Schedule—Final Rule. • Quality Initiative Update. • Fraud and Abuse Update. • 10th Scope of Work 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 E:\FR\FM\30OCN1.SGM 30OCN1 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 209 / Friday, October 30, 2009 / Notices 56203 distribution by the date listed in the DATES section of this notice. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES III. Meeting Registration and Security Information National Institutes of Health National Institutes of Health National Institute on Drug Abuse; Notice of Closed Meetings National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute; Notice of Closed Meetings Pursuant to section 10(d) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. App.), notice is hereby given of the following meetings. The meetings will be closed to the public in accordance with the provisions set forth in sections 552b(c)(4) and 552b(c)(6), Title 5 U.S.C., as amended. The grant applications and the discussions could disclose confidential trade secrets or commercial property such as patentable material, and personal information concerning individuals associated with the grant applications, the disclosure of which would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. Pursuant to section 10(d) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. App.), notice is hereby given of the following meetings. The meetings will be closed to the public in accordance with the provisions set forth in sections 552b(c)(4) and 552b(c)(6), Title 5 U.S.C., as amended. The grant applications and the discussions could disclose confidential trade secrets or commercial property such as patentable material, and personal information concerning individuals associated with the grant applications, the disclosure of which would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. Name of Committee: National Institute on Drug Abuse Special Emphasis Panel; I/ START Review. Date: November 12, 2009. Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Agenda: To review and evaluate grant applications. Place: National Institutes of Health, 6101 Executive Boulevard, Rockville, MD 20852 (Virtual Meeting). Contact Person: Gerald L. McLaughlin, PhD, Scientific Review Administrator, Office of Extramural Affairs, National Institute on Drug Abuse, NIH, DHHS, Room 220, MSC 8401, 6101 Executive Blvd., Bethesda, MD 20892–8401, 301–402–6626, gm145a@nih.gov. Name of Committee: National Institute on Drug Abuse Special Emphasis Panel; Developmental Neuroscience and Drug Abuse Treatment Translation Research. Date: December 2, 2009. Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Agenda: To review and evaluate grant applications. Place: National Institutes of Health, 6101 Executive Boulevard, Rockville, MD 20852 (Telephone Conference Call). Contact Person: Minna Liang, PhD, Scientific Review Officer, Training and Special Projects Review Branch, Office of Extramural Affairs, National Institute on Drug Abuse, NIH, 6101 Executive Blvd., Room 220, MSC 8401, Bethesda, MD 20852, 301–435–1432, liangm@nida.nih.gov. (Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance Program Nos. 93.279, Drug Abuse and Addiction Research Programs, National Institutes of Health, HHS) Name of Committee: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Special Emphasis Panel; Conference Grants (R13’s). Date: November 19–20, 2009. Time: 11 a.m. to 10 a.m. Agenda: To review and evaluate grant applications. Place: National Institutes of Health, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Bethesda, MD 20892 (Virtual Meeting). Contact Person: Robert T. Su, PhD, Scientific Review Officer, Review Branch/ DERA, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 7202, Bethesda, MD 20892–7924, 301–435–0297, sur@mail.nih.gov. Name of Committee: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Special Emphasis Panel; Prematurity and Respiratory Outcomes Program. Date: November 23, 2009. Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Agenda: To review and evaluate grant applications. Place: Hyatt Regency Bethesda, One Bethesda Metro Center, 7400 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814. Contact Person: Keary A Cope, PhD, Scientific Review Officer, Office of Scientific Review, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 7190, Bethesda, MD 20892–7924, (301) 435–2222, copeka@mail.nih.gov. (Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance Program Nos. 93.233, National Center for Sleep Disorders Research; 93.837, Heart and Vascular Diseases Research; 93.838, Lung Diseases Research; 93.839, Blood Diseases and Resources Research, National Institutes of Health, HHS) Dated: October 23, 2009. Jennifer Spaeth, Director, Office of Federal Advisory Committee Policy. [FR Doc. E9–26132 Filed 10–29–09; 8:45 am] Dated: October 23, 2009. Jennifer Spaeth, Director, Office of Federal Advisory Committee Policy. [FR Doc. E9–26121 Filed 10–29–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4140–01–M BILLING CODE 4140–01–P 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 accommodations must contact the DFO via the contact information specified in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this notice by the date listed in the DATES section of this notice. sroberts on DSKD5P82C1PROD with NOTICES 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 22, 2009. Charlene Frizzera, Acting Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. [FR Doc. E9–26225 Filed 10–29–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4120–01–P VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:30 Oct 29, 2009 Jkt 220001 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\FR\FM\30OCN1.SGM 30OCN1

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

[CMS-1565-N]


Medicare Program; Meeting of the Practicing Physicians Advisory 
Council, December 7, 2009

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 7, 2009, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 
p.m., eastern standard time (e.s.t.).
    Deadline for Registration without Oral Presentation: Thursday, 
December 3, 2009, 12 noon, e.s.t.
    Deadline for Registration of Oral Presentations: Friday, November 
20, 2009, 12 noon, e.s.t.
    Deadline for Submission of Oral Remarks and Written Comments: 
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 12 noon, e.s.t.
    Deadline for Requesting Special Accommodations: Tuesday, December 
1, 2009, 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 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 requires 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: John E. Arradondo, M.D., MPH; Vincent J. Bufalino, M.D., 
Chairperson; Joseph A. Giaimo, D.O.; Pamela A. Howard, M.D.; Roger L. 
Jordan, O.D.; Janice A. Kirsch, M.D.; Tye J. Ouzounian, M.D.; Jeffrey 
A. Ross, DPM, M.D.; Jonathan E. Siff, M.D., MBA; Fredrica E. Smith, 
M.D.; Arthur D. Snow, Jr., M.D.; Christopher J. Standaert, M.D.; and 
Karen S. Williams, M.D. In addition, two new members were recently 
appointed by the Secretary: Chiledum A. Ahaghotu, M.D., and Richard E. 
Smith, M.D. New members will be sworn in at the December 7, 2009 
meeting.

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 31, 2009 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:
     Value-Based Purchasing for Physicians and Hospitals.
     Medicare Physician Fee Schedule--Final Rule.
     Outpatient Prospective Payment System/Ambulatory Surgical 
Center (OPPS/ASC) Fee Schedule--Final Rule.
     Quality Initiative Update.
     Fraud and Abuse Update.
     10th Scope of Work 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

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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 
accommodations must contact the DFO via the contact information 
specified in the FOR FURTHER 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 22, 2009.
Charlene Frizzera,
Acting Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
[FR Doc. E9-26225 Filed 10-29-09; 8:45 am]
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