Due to the severe Mid-Atlantic snowstorm, the Heart Rhythm Society offices will be closed on Monday, February 8.
New Society Blog!
The Heart Rhythm Society has launched a new blog, EP Insights, to further provide information about the latest developments in the field of cardiac arrhythmia among heart rhythm professionals and the public. This unparalled effort to encourage dialogue about heart rhythm disorders features posts from Society members on a variety of topics including clinical guidelines, health policy and advocacy, professional education, practice information, quality improvement, research, Scientific Sessions and Society news. Visit www.epinsights.org » |
Gender Disparity in Ablation Treatment, Outcomes for AF
New multicenter research published in the February edition of the HeartRhythm Journal reveals that female patients failed ablation procedures at a higher rate than males, while males undergo catheter ablation for the treatment of atrial fibrillation five times as often as females and typically with significantly fewer complications. “The work ahead is to pinpoint why female patients are more likely to delay this procedure and to work with doctors to develop a better patient dialogue and treatment strategy,” said Andrea Natale, MD, FHRS. Learn more »
LBCT Submission Site Open!
The Heart Rhythm 2010 Late-Breaking Clinical Trials (LBCT) online submission website is now open! Recognizing that exciting and rapidly evolving research may not have been concluded in time for the abstract submission deadline in December, a peer-reviewed session of LBCT allowing for later submission was developed. Don't miss this opportunity to present research to an expanded scientific community. Learn more »
Senate to Repeal the Medicare Physician Payment Formula? Take Action Now!
The Senate passed an amendment on January 29 to the debt limit expansion legislation that waives the “pay-go” requirement for Medicare physician payment. The next step is to include the details of the policy changes that repeal the Medicare SGR formula, as an amendment to another piece of legislation, the COBRA/unemployment extension bill. The Society urges you to please take action and call your Senators. Learn more »
Heart Rhythm 2010 Registration & Online
Itinerary Planner
The Heart Rhythm 2010 Online Itinerary Planner features new enhancements to improve the overall attendee experience. Now, users can view program highlights, special events and sessions in specialized subcategories within selected session categories, making it easier than ever to plan your schedule! Register today to save on registration fees, select the hotel of your choice and secure your seat at ticketed events!
Education and Networking Products & Opportunities!
Network with your peers at upcoming meetings, utilize the Society's premier resources for EP education and more:
- Prepare for the ICD Registry™ Version 2.0 Launch this spring by attending the February 11 complimentary overview webcast
- The Society's FREE symposium, The Future is Now: Changing Paradigms in Atrial Fibrillation (AF) Management, will take place March 13 at at ACC.10 in Atlanta, GA. Learn more and register now »
- New Self Study education offering CME/CE Credit:
- Practical Rate & Rhythm Management of Atrial Fibrillation, updated January 2010, is a quick reference pocket guide is intended to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with AF
- Order your copy of the Society's Coding Guide for Heart Rhythm Procedures and Services, 2010, a must-have tool for any EP Lab or any physician performing heart rhythm procedures and services
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The Society has established a Facebook page — visit us there for updates on our events and programs, as well as a selection of job postings from our Career Center and links to media articles on heart rhythm disorders.
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2010 Furman Travel Scholarships
The Furman Fund of the Heart Rhythm Foundation is pleased to offer two travel scholarships attend Heart Rhythm 2010. Scholarships are appropriate for third-year Residents and Cardiology Fellows that are interested in pursuing electrophysiology research, either in academic or private practice. Applications must be received by February 12. Learn more »
TIKOSYN® (Dofetilide) Shortage Announced
On January 22 Pfizer informed health care professionals of an immediate shortage of 60 count bottles of TIKOSYN® 125 mcg. This product shortage resulted from Pfizer’s efforts to use the 125 mcg to alleviate prior shortage issues with 250 and 500 mcg and not the result of any efficacy or safety issues with TIKOSYN. Learn more »
FAQs on Discontinued Consultation Codes
As of January 1, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) discontinued the use of consultation service codes 99241-99245 and 99251-99255 performed in the office and hospital setting. These services will now have to be billed differently. The Society has developed a helpful list of answers to questions regarding the policy change. Learn more »
TIKOSYN® (Dofetilide) Shortage Announced
On January 22 Pfizer informed health care professionals of an immediate shortage of 60 count bottles of TIKOSYN® 125 mcg. This product shortage resulted from Pfizer’s efforts to use the 125 mcg to alleviate prior shortage issues with 250 and 500 mcg and not the result of any efficacy or safety issues with TIKOSYN. Learn more »
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