News from ACOI

I have talked with admissions/enrollment experts at medical schools, other medical school deans, and prospective medical students about the medical school admissions process, and I hear growing frustration with the process from nearly everyone. I would like to know if the time has come for a match to matriculate into medical school.

Read the latest from ACOI members who have received awards, promotions, and other recognitions.

For this month’s Wellness Spotlight, I would like to highlight the importance of self-care and discuss how this can be related to time away from work.  

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is the fastest growing noncommunicable disease in the western world afflicting 1 in 7 adults (14%). Climate and environmental changes are linked in most cases. Much of this is due to obesity related illnesses which the kidneys are a key target such as with Type 2 diabetes mellitus and hypertension. Increasing temperatures and pollution, especially with the inhalation of fine particulate matter (PM2.5 µm), have been linked to obesity and other inflammatory associated conditions.

I was recently researching the newly payable complexity of care code G2211 to see if there was new information to help better understand Medicare’s position on the code. I came across something that surprised me.

Join us at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, October 30 - November 2, for ACOI 2024. We’re planning a robust program set at a gorgeous four-star resort in stunning Scottsdale. If you haven’t already, take a moment to book your hotel room for the Annual Convention.

ACOI Responds to Senate Finance White Paper on Physician Payment Reform; Prior Authorization Bill Reintroduced with Strong Support; ACOI Offers Input on GME Policy Changes.

Within classrooms, lecture halls, community gathering spaces, and in many a ballroom where ACOI Conventions have been held, Dominic F. Glorioso, Jr., DO, FACOI, has been an ever-present fixture. Covering topics that span a full range of osteopathic internal medicine subjects over the last 40 years, he has educated thousands of physicians, residents, students, nurses, social workers, and many others from all walks of life.

Yesterday, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) proposed rule. Your ACOI team will analyze the proposed rule to identify policies that could impact osteopathic internists, their practices and patients.

Student Doctor Greco embodies the values upheld by the ACOI community. He was nominated because of his commitment to serving others, inspiring peers, and pursuing excellence in academic and professional endeavors. His involvement in community service, particularly his efforts at a local retirement home, highlights a compassionate and empathetic nature.

Physicians are expected to be leaders in healthcare. However, many medical schools still lack formal medical education in leadership. The need for more physicians to be formal leaders is exemplified by research suggesting a positive link between hospital quality and physician leadership.

ACOI is announcing two new memorial awards: The Anthony J. Malcoun, DO, MACOI Award and the David Susser, DO, MACOI Award. Submissions are open for both awards from now until August 9, 2024.