Spine Committee

Spine Committee Chair: Nicholas Szerlip, MDCo-Chair: Nam D. Tran, MDMembers: John Shin, MD Spinal oncology is emerging as a distinct, yet vital subset of neuro-oncology. With advancements in radiation and systemic therapies, we expect to see longer survival and, with that, increasing incidence of skeletal-related complications from metastatic disease. Meeting the growing demands of spinal […]

Washington Committee

Washington Committee Liaison Chair: Tiffany R. Hodges, MD As an update to prior authorization reform legislation, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services published the second rule to improve the prior authorization process in Medicare Advantage, CHIP, Medicaid managed care and ACA-established Qualified Health Plans. This rule is being analyzed and compared to provisions of […]