Dear Dr. LeBlanc, Thank you for your reply earlier this fall and for providing the linked documents. On page 7 of the NYS Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan, prostate cancer is listed as the #1 diagnosed solid tumor malignancy in New … Continue reading
Attention New York Urologists – A bill to mandate that insurance policies that cover prostate cancer screening must do so without cost-sharing is being considered by NY Governor Andrew Cuomo. The sponsor’s justification states, “…in 2015 the state … Continue reading
Dear NYSUS member The 2nd leading cause of cancer death in American men is prostate cancer. Many New Yorkers, especially African American men, are at an increased risk of significant prostate cancer. In some New York counties, African-American men have … Continue reading
Dear Colleague The annual meeting of the Medical Society of the State of New York in March and the May meeting of the AUA are fast approaching. Please take 20 seconds to fill out the following survey indicating whether … Continue reading
Dear Colleagues: As you may have heard, CMS is considering a change in coding of robotic prostatectomy (CPT 55866) to an outpatient procedure. We strongly oppose the change as it would significantly impact patient safety and resources to … Continue reading
The American Association of Clinical Urologists (AACU), AACU State Society Network and undersigned urologic professional societies respectfully submit these comments on the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) Recommendation Statement on Screening for Prostate Cancer. Click to continue reading.
MLMIC_Media Reports Major Medical Malpractice Insurance Carrier Ousts CEO
A letter from MSSNY to all MSSNY Members: Dear MSSNY Member: As you know, in July of 2016, your endorsed carrier MLMIC announced its intention to be acquired by Berkshire Hathaway. We’re pleased to advise you that the transaction … Continue reading
What UROPAC Is UROPAC is the political action committee for members of the American Association of Clinical Urologists and the American Urological Association. It works on behalf of the entire urologic community, helping to expand its influence in the increasingly … Continue reading
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