STI Screening in Primary Care & 2023 Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule: An Overview

STI Screening in Primary Care

During this session, we will explore the latest concepts involving the acquisition of a patient-centered sexual health assessment in order to optimize the sexual health of our patients. In addition, we will review the recently updated guidelines for STI screening from the CDC and the ACS.

Objectives:

• Outline the components of a comprehensive sexual health assessment

• Implement a patient-centered, integrated approach to gather sexual health

• Incorporate self-assessment of bias in gathering the sexual health history

• Demonstrate positive, affirming and non-judgmental approach to gathering a sexual health history

• Provide behavioral counseling to optimize sexual health

• Address non-infectious sexual health concerns

• Describe current STI screening recommendations

2023 Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule: An Overview

On November 1, 2022 the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the CY 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) final rule. The MPFS final rule includes updates and policy changes for Medicare payment policies, payment rates, and other Medicare Part B issues. The provisions of this final rule will take effect on January 1, 2023. This presentation will highlight the major provisions that will impact the practicing physician.

Objectives:

• Identify the impact of the 2023 conversion factor
• Learn about the expanded E&M codes and guidelines
• Gain knowledge of relevant updates and policy changes
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Statement of Accreditation
The Texas Osteopathic Medical Association (TOMA) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. TOMA designates is program for a maximum of 1.75 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.

Grievance Policy
All grievances may be directed to TOMA's Executive Director at toma@txosteo.org. All grievances will receive an initial response within 30 days of receipt.  If the participant does not receive a satisfactory response, they can submit a complaint to the Bureau of Osteopathic Education of the AOA at 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.