The AANS/CNS Washington Committee
The Washington Committee represents neurosurgical interests in Washington, DC on
topics such as coding and reimbursement, medical liability reform, resident work
hours, emergency medical services, quality improvement and more.
The Washington Committee on Neurosurgery is jointly sponsored and supported by the
Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons
(AANS). The Washington Committee is composed of an even number of members, half
appointed by the President of the AANS and half appointed by the President of the
CNS. Both organizations provide equal financial support for the Washington Committee.
The Washington Committee interacts daily with Congress; the White House; federal
agencies, healthcare organizations, other medical associations, and key committees
and groups within organized Neurosurgery.
Current News
Grassroots Action Alert: Healthcare Reform Moves Closer to Finish Line:
CONTACT CONGRESS TODAY AND URGE THEM TO VOTE NO! 03-16-10
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Healthcare Reform's Long and Winding Road: Neurosurgeons Provide Direction - 03-01-10
The future path of healthcare reform remains uncertain. So far, it's been a long and winding road, and the Washington Committee -- representing the AANS and CNS -- have been along for the ride to navigate every twist, turn, speed bump, and detour. Here's a look back at many of the significant healthcare events and efforts over the last 12 months.
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AANS-CNS SGR Payment Formula Grassroots Alert - 02-24-10
Medicare payments to physicians will soon be cut by nearly 22% unless Congress acts to stop the cut. These cuts are being produced by Medicare's sustainable growth rate (SGR) formula, which has been universally viewed as fatally flawed since its inception. The AANS and CNS are working hard to prevail upon Congress to repeal and replace the flawed SGR payment formula. Fnd out how you can help make lawmakers understand our concerns and position on the issues. Take action now.
AANS-CNS SGR Payment Formula Grassroots Alert - 02-24-10
Sample Letter on SGR Payment Formula - 02-24-10
Survey Report on Medicare Participation Among Neurosurgeons - 02-09-10
The American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS), the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS), and the Council of State Neurosurgical Societies (CSNS) have released the results of a new survey which clarify the current and future Medicare participation of the nation’s neurosurgeons. The results paint a troubling picture for patients now, which will only worsen, if drastic Medicare physician payment cuts continue.
Read the Survey Report.
Read the News Release - 02-10-10
Understanding Medicare's Physician Quality Reporting Initiative (PQRI) and Electronic Prescribing Incentive Program - 02-03-10
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will continue to offer incentive payments to physicians who report quality data in 2010 under the Physician Quality Reporting Initiative (PQRI). Physicians who successfully report quality measures to CMS in 2010 are eligible for an incentive payment of 2% of total allowed Medicare Part B charges furnished during the reporting period.
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Alliance Members Sign Letter of Opposition on Establishment of Independent Payment Advisory Board - 01-15-10
Members of the Alliance of Specialty Medicine, including the AANS and CNS, have joined dozens of other organizations concerned about Medicare
beneficiaries in opposition to the establishment of the Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB) included in the Senate-passed health reform bill (H.R. 3590).
Read the Letter.
Read the News Release.
Learn More about New Ad Campaign by Physicians United for Patients - 12-17-09
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Nation’s Neurosurgeons Launch Ad Campaign Opposing Senate Health Reform Bill - 12-17-09
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Physician Organizations that Oppose Senate’s Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - 12-09-09
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State and National Medical Societies Join Forces to Oppose Senator Reid’s Health Reform Bill - 12-08-09
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Opposing Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
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Neurosurgeons Join Prominent Surgical Coalition Opposing Senator Reid’s Health Reform Bill - 12-01-09
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Summary of 2010 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
In October, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services released the Medicare
Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) final rule for Calendar Year (CY) 2010. This summary
highlights the provisions affecting neurosurgeons.
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Coalition Letter to Speaker Pelosi Urging SGR Reform
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Neurosurgeons’ Stand Firm: Protect Patient Access, Limit Government Intrusion
New House Healthcare Reform Bill, H.R. 3962, Missing Key Ingredients for True Reform
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As Nation Focuses on Reforming Healthcare, Neurosurgeons Release the First Evidence-Based,
Multidisciplinary Treatment Guidelines for Brain Metastases Patients.
Read a summary and access the guidelines.
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AANS/CNS Washington Office
725 Fifteenth Street, NW, Suite 500
Washington, DC 20005
Phone:202 628 2072
Fax: 202 628 5264