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Immediate Breast Reconstruction and CMS

Posted on April 14, 2008 by Andy

OK, first off this part of my practice is over and I’ve moved on. But let me relay a story of how CMS (that’s Medicare for the uninitiated) works. I was asked by one of my local breast surgeons if … Continue reading →

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Ivory Towers

Posted on March 24, 2008 by Andy

An Ivory Tower is supposed to be the tertiary referral center where they know everything and can take care of all difficult patients. So why is it when I have a specific need for a higher level of care that … Continue reading →

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Closing the Office

Posted on November 29, 2007 by Andy

For those who don’t know I’m closing my office. Yep, I’m stopping my elective surgical process and I’ve joined the local trauma group. This is actually a much better business move for me. It’s a shame it’s getting so expensive … Continue reading →

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