AZUS Supports HB 2420-Insurance: prescription drugs; step therapy
azus letter HB2420 support Click the link above to read our letter
Read MoreUrology Day at State Capitol
Dear AZUS Members, Over the past few years, we have arranged for a “Urology Day” down at the Arizona State Capitol, where urologists participate in the “Physician of the Day” program coordinated by the Arizona Medical Association (ArMA). This is a great opportunity to educate our legislators on our profession and gain greater credibility with…
Read MoreDistinguished Member for 2019 Awarded to Dr. Martin Dresner
Distinguished Member for 2018 Awarded to Dr. Murray Feldstein
AZUS Distinguished Member for 2018 Awarded to Dr. Murray Feldstein Dr. Murray Feldstein was chosen as the AZUS Distinguished Member Award for 2018! Dr. Feldstein has been a member of the AZUS for decades and is a dedicated contributor to the AZUS and urology. He has provided the AZUS with the Goodfellow Historical Talk for…
Read MoreAUA Names Jason J. Jameson, MD 2018 Gallagher Health Policy Scholar
AUA Names Jason J. Jameson, MD as 2018 Gallagher Health Policy Scholar The American Urological Association (AUA) announced that Dr. Jason Jameson has been selected as the 2018 Gallagher Health Policy Scholar. This program is designed to train the next generation of urologists for leadership positions in health policy. Gallagher scholars spend a full year…
Read More2017 Meeting Summary – Dr. Jason Jameson, President
President’s Post-Meeting Report Arizona Urological Society 2017 Meeting Sept 17-20 Sheraton Grand Wild Horse Pass Click here for photo gallery The 44th annual meeting of the Arizona Urological Society is now behind us and based on the evaluations, I am happy to report that our 50+ attendees gave the program high marks and good feedback.…
Read More2016 Meeting Summary – Dr. Jason Jameson, President
President’s Post-Meeting Report Arizona Urological Society 2016 Meeting April 8-10 Scottsdale McCormick Ranch Resort Click here for photo gallery Dear Members and Colleagues, Many thanks to all the members, guests and speakers who were able to attend the annual meeting this past weekend in Scottsdale. Overall, the meeting feedback has been very positive and…
Read More2015 Meeting Summary by President, Dr. Matthew Gretzer
I hope everyone enjoyed the 2015 Arizona Urological Society’s Annual Meeting. The meeting was held at the Lowes Ventana in Tucson, and provided a family friendly destination and casual venue. This year’s meeting provided a variety of relevant clinical, management, and legislative updates. Once again, attendees were eligible to earn 5.5 Level 1 CME credits.…
Read MoreResults of AHCCCS Provider Rate Analysis
Results of AHCCCS Provider Rate Analysis The Legislature enacted Laws 2015, Chapter 14 (SB 1475) on March 12, 2015, which authorized AHCCCS to reduce rates for providers up to 5% in aggregate for dates of service October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016. In this process, the Legislature also authorized the agency to account for…
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