ASAP e-newsletter: Feb. 3, 2022
CMS election: Members announce their candidacy for office
The Colorado Medical Society is successful because of the involvement of our members. Below are the members who have entered the nomination process for CMS president-elect and AMA delegation for the 2022 CMS Election.

President-elect (two candidates running for one position; listed alphabetically)

  • Omar Mubarak, MD, MBA
  • Hap Young, MD

AMA Delegation (four candidates running for four positions; listed alphabetically)

  • Dave Downs, MD, FACP, incumbent AMA Delegation
  • Rachelle M. Klammer, MD, incumbent AMA Delegation
  • Kay Lozano, MD, incumbent AMA Delegation
  • Lee Morgan, MD, incumbent AMA Delegation

CMS will distribute candidate statements to the membership in two weeks to help you "get to know" them. Per the election guide, we will ask the membership to provide comments to the Nominating Committee. More details will be shared in the next ASAP.
Last call: Self-nominate for a new CMS committee

The Colorado Medical Society Board of Directors approved the creation of three new committees and two new sections at their Jan. 22, 2022 meeting, and we are actively recruiting volunteers for these groups. View the new committees here. Nominations will be forwarded to CMS President Mark Johnson, MD, on Friday, Feb. 3, 2022, and appointments will be made by Feb. 8.
CDPHE seeks applicant for Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program (BCCSP) advisory board

There is a vacancy on the BCCSP board. To be considered for the board position, applicants must apply by close of business Feb. 28, 2022.
Would you have appreciated matching with a mentor outside of your residency program when you were a physician-in-training?
If you are interested in mentoring a resident, email membership@cms.org or enter your information on the quick question form
National Jewish Health
44th Annual Pulmonary and Allergy Update
February 2-5, 2022
Keystone Conference Center
Keystone, Colorado
The Pulmonary and Allergy Update highlights insights and recent advances in pulmonary medicine, asthma, allergy and immunology, presented by faculty from the leading respiratory hospital in the nation. Network with colleagues and nationally recognized experts, and learn the latest updates on management and treatment options for your patients. Workshops and small-group sessions provide great opportunities to discuss key issues and interesting cases with colleagues and National Jewish Health faculty.
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Other news and resources
What physicians need to know about contracts with payers: Watch the AMA mini-bootcamp

Practicing physicians encounter a wide variety of contracts for payment for their services. The American Medical Association held a virtual mini-bootcamp on Dec. 1, 2021, covering both introductory and advanced contracting topics important for physicians to know. The introductory portion of that event recording, “Payor Contracting 101,” covers basic contract provisions, the legal rules governing contracts, commonly negotiated provisions, common disputes, and innovative/non-traditional opportunities. Watch the recording here. A toolkit and a recording of the second portion of the event, “Payor Contracting 201,” will be available soon.
CDPHE: The latest sobering statistics on drug overdose deaths

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment released a new HealthWatch report on drug overdose deaths. Read it here. Quick facts:

  • During the time period 2010-2020, the number and rate of drug overdose deaths in Colorado more than doubled.
  • Fully-synthetic opioids (mostly fentanyl) and methamphetamine and other psychostimulants drove these increases, especially during 2018-2020.
  • The overdose death rate involving fully-synthetic opioids increased 10-fold during the 11-year period, and fentanyl represented the majority of fully synthetic opioids involved (88 percent in 2019 and 93 percent in 2020).
Resources from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services: No Surprises Act

As of Jan. 1, 2022, providers and facilities must comply with a number of requirements established by the No Surprises Act. The federal CMS recently published several resources to assist providers with implementation of the act, including the following.


Have questions about the act that the Colorado Medical Society can help answer? Contact us at membership@cms.org.
CMGMA webinar: Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute and EKRA Compliance - What Practices Need to Know this Year

This presentation from the Colorado Medical Group Management Association will cover the compliance obligations for physician practices created by the significant changes and recent interpretations of the Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute Rules, and recent enforcement actions involving the Eliminating Kickbacks in Recovery Act (EKRA). 

Attend live on Tuesday, Feb. 8, at 11 a.m. MT or register to receive the link to the on-demand recording. Free for CMGMA members or $25 for non-members. Email Kristina Romero with CMGMA to register.
Practice for sale in Rifle, Colo.
A longtime internal medicine physician in Rifle, Colo., will retire in the next year and is looking for a physician to take over the practice who is committed to serving a rural population. The sale of the practice includes the building. If interested, please call 970-625-5521.
Position available: Family Practice or Internal Medicine trained physician in Southern Colorado
An exciting new primary care position is now available for a Family Practice or Internal Medicine trained physician to join an established outpatient clinic practice in beautiful Southern Colorado! The practice sees a variety of patients from Pediatrics to Geriatrics and is focused on providing personalized and exceptional patient care. Read more here.
Job board ads are only open to CMS members. Place your job listing by emailing membership@cms.org.
Thanks to our Partners in Medicine
Upcoming CMS meetings and events
All Colorado Medical Society committee meetings and events are open to all CMS members. All are held via Zoom unless otherwise noted. Find a full list of events here: cms.org/events. Questions? Contact membership@cms.org.

  • Committee on Professional Education and Accreditation (CPEA) - Thursday, Feb. 3, 4 - 5 p.m. Contact gene_richer@cms.org to register

  • Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs (CEJA) - Monday, Feb. 7, 6-7 p.m. Register

  • Committee on Substance Use Disorder - Wednesday, Feb. 9, 7-8 p.m. Contact amy_goodman@cms.org to register

  • Council on Legislation - Wednesday, Feb. 16, 6-8 p.m. Register

  • Virtual Medical Student Day at the Capitol - Thursday, Feb. 17. Register

  • Physician Mindfulness Group Meeting - Thursday, Feb. 17, 6-7 p.m. Register

  • CMS Virtual Grand Rounds - Monday, Feb. 28, 6-7 p.m. Register

Registration is required for most committee meetings. Non-members or those unable to be identified at the time of the meeting will be removed from the meeting. Unsure if you are a CMS member? Email membership@cms.org.
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