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VA Seeking Refunds from Physicians for Past CHAMPVA Claims - 06/26/2025

Physicians may soon hear from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) seeking refunds for payments it says were made in error. TMA has provided information on what steps physicians may take.

Practice e-Tips on Claims - 05/29/2025

Appeals Appealing Claims Can Have Appealing Results   Claim Forms Multiple Place-of-Service Codes on a Single 1500 Claim Form   Fees New Laws Require Billing Di

TMA Dues Credit Harnesses Peer-to-Peer Power to Grow Membership - 05/15/2025

The forthcoming Impact Texas Medicine program taps into TMA’s existing grassroots network by utilizing word-of-mouth to recruit potential members – with a dues credit for members’ efforts and other recognition.

Mandated CME Requirements Shift Under TMB Rules Revamp - 05/12/2025

The removal of universal CME requirements could result in a lighter load for physicians but may make it more challenging to determine what is required and when. 

Travis County - 04/22/2025

Large Group Practices With 100-Percent Texas Medical Association Membership in Travis County

Harris County - 04/22/2025

Large Group Practices With 100-Percent Texas Medical Association Membership in Harris County

Practice e-Tips on Technology - 04/12/2025

TMA Practice e-Tips on issues such as electronic medical records (EMRs), and buying technology for your practice.

Membership FAQs - 03/28/2025

Answers to your questions about Texas Medical Association membership.

Practice E-Tips on Billing and Collections - 03/19/2025

Practice E-Tips on Billing and Collections

Why You Need a Written Payment Policy - 03/19/2025

If your practice is wishy-washy about your payment policy, you essentially are allowing each patient to make his or her own policy. What other business allows its customers to decide when and how they will pay?

Practice e-Tips on Practice Operations - 03/17/2025

Billing Consulting HIPAA Forms Marketing Office Staff OSHA Patient Service Policies & Procedures Resources Billing Billing Medicare for Locum Tenens Billing Tip

TMA Seeks Clarification on Revamped Texas Medical Board Rules - 02/26/2025

The Texas Medical Board recently streamlined its portion of the Texas Administrative Code, taking 40 chapters down to 25. TMA is working to reduce uncertainty resulting from the changes.

Don’t Overlook Credit Card Processing Fees - 02/14/2025

In today’s world of coinsurance and high-deductible health plans, more of a practice’s revenue comes from the patient, and taking credit cards has become a must. But are you paying too much for credit card processing services?

Aetna Reverses NPP Payment Reduction Under Incident-To Billing - 02/12/2025

Aetna previously intended to pay nonphysician practitioners (NPPs) 85% of the allowable amount, regardless of whether they billed directly or “incident-to” a physician’s diagnosis and treatment. Meanwhile, the payer upholds a new credentialing requirement.

El Paso County - 02/05/2025

Large Group Practices With 100-Percent Texas Medical Association Membership in El Paso

Your Billing and Collections Checklist for 2025 - 01/10/2025

TMA’s Reimbursement Services staff work year-round with physicians and health plans to help make sure you get paid correctly and on time. They’ve put together a list of practical actions you can take at the start of 2024 to keep your billing and collections on track throughout the year.

I Never Knew TMA: Has Print and Digital Publications to Keep Members Informed - 12/09/2024

The Texas Medical Association keeps physicians informed with timely, tailored, trusted news about the business and practice of medicine.

I Never Knew TMA: Is On Call to Answer My Questions - 11/27/2024

Launched by TMA in October 2003, the Knowledge Center fields anywhere from 100 to 215 questions per week from physicians, their practice managers, and even some patients.  

Statewide Groups - 11/20/2024

Statewide Groups

Wichita County - 11/19/2024

Large Group Practices With 100-Percent Texas Medical Association Membership in Wichita County

Tarrant County - 11/19/2024

Large Group Practices With 100-Percent Texas Medical Association Membership in Tarrant County

Potter-Randall County - 11/19/2024

Large Group Practices With 100-Percent Texas Medical Association Membership in Potter-Randall County

Nueces County - 11/19/2024

Large Group Practices With 100-Percent Texas Medical Association Membership in Nueces County

McLennan County - 11/19/2024

Large Group Practices With 100-Percent Texas Medical Association Membership in McLennan County

Lubbock-Crosby-Garza Counties - 11/19/2024

Large Group Practices With 100-Percent Texas Medical Association Membership in Lubbock-Crosby-Garza Counties