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Learn about Changes to Anterior Abdominal Hernia Repair Coding

August 1, 2023

Dr. Ross Goldberg, Chair of the ACS Board of Governors, recently spoke with Dr. Charles D. Mabry, a member of the General Surgery Coding and Reimbursement Committee, about changes to anterior abdominal wall hernia repair coding. They talked about why the codes have changed and discussed frequently asked questions and answers about hernia repair valuation.

View more ACS hernia repair resources

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College Joins Fight Against Implementation of G2211 Code
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College Joins Fight Against Implementation of G2211 Code

The ACS, with 18 other surgical organizations, has expressed strong opposition to the implementation of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) code G2211, which would penalize surgeons and negatively affect surgical patients.
US Senate Considers Expanded Access to STOP THE BLEED® Kits
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US Senate Considers Expanded Access to STOP THE BLEED® Kits

The ACS strongly supports bipartisan legislation introduced last week in the US Senate that would expand access to STOP THE BLEED® kits for states, tribal territories, and local governments.
Residents: Participate in FREE, Tailored Program at Clinical Congress 2023
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Residents: Participate in FREE, Tailored Program at Clinical Congress 2023

All residents are invited to attend the 2023 Surgery Resident Program at Clinical Congress in Boston, Massachusetts. This special 2-day program will focus on preparing trainees for a career in surgery.

Last Chance: Register for General Surgery Oral Exam Prep Courses by August 4
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Last Chance: Register for General Surgery Oral Exam Prep Courses by August 4

Planning to take the American Board of Surgery Certifying Examination? Then don’t miss the opportunity to join the ACS General Surgery Oral Examination Prep Course and give yourself the best chance for success.

Current Literature
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Current Literature

Commentaries summarizing important new scientific literature pertinent to surgeons and care teams.
Take Advantage of ACS Practice Management Resources
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Take Advantage of ACS Practice Management Resources

The ACS has updated and expanded its practice management offerings to include a website hub and a new surgeon salary data report. By offering all practice management resources in one hub on facs.org, the ACS aims to help Members access these resources more easily.

Participate in FREE Surgeon Specific Registry and Practice Improvement Initiative
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Participate in FREE Surgeon Specific Registry and Practice Improvement Initiative

The ACS Surgeon Specific Registry (ACS SSR™) is a comprehensive online quality improvement tool and software application database focused on individual surgeons and surgical practices, and it is convenient and easy to use from any computer or mobile device.
ACS Women in Surgery Committee Launches “What I Wish I Knew” Series
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ACS Women in Surgery Committee Launches “What I Wish I Knew” Series

Women surgeons may face unique challenges as they progress through their surgical careers, and the ACS Women in Surgery Committee recently launched the “What I Wish I Knew” video series to share the wisdom of successful women surgeons.
Join ACS Virtual Course on Using AI and Machine Learning in Surgery
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Join ACS Virtual Course on Using AI and Machine Learning in Surgery

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are comparatively new fields and only recently have efforts begun to develop applications of these models for surgical practice and education. A new virtual course from the ACS highlights the essential principles of AI and ML.
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Surgeons Will Unite in Boston for an Unforgettable Experience

The theme of Clinical Congress 2023 is “Surgeons United.” Hear from ACS leaders about why this theme is meaningful to them.