Reimbursement, Coding/Billing, Special Funding
National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program Call-in -- Applicants with questions about applying during the open and continuous application cycle can join one of several conference calls scheduled throughout the remainder of the year. Dial 1-888-889-0974 (toll free) and enter participant pass code 8360318. Calls are scheduled: July 30, 2009; August 20, 2009; September 10, 2009; October 1, 2009; October 29, 2009; November 19, 2009; December 10, 2009. For more information, go to: http://nhsc.hrsa.gov/loanrepayment/.
Coding Resources
-- Review a comprehensive list of coding and billing resources for rural and all family physicians.
HPSA, PSA, Community Health Center & Other Resources
-- Resource links for questions about Health Professional Shortage Areas, Physician Shortage Areas, Community Health Centers, Stark Law and Rural Health, and more.
HRSA Office of Rural Health Policy Grants by State
-- Explore rural health funding state by state using HRSA's easy to navigate site.
Bureau of Primary Health Care Scholarship, Loan Repayment and Grant Programs
-- Research grants, special training programs, student assistance and more.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
-- Review all Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) programs, including Medicare and Medicaid, State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), and more.
State and Other Loan Repayment/Forgiveness Programs for Physicians
-- Search for scholarships and financial assistance through this program administered by the American Association of Medical Colleges.
CMS Quarterly Provider Update
-- Link to CMS Quarterly Provider Update Overview Page for most current regulations/notifications.
