Medicare Contractor Advisory Committee (IA, KS, MO, NE, IN, MI)

IDSA is seeking volunteers to serve on a Medicare Contractor Advisory Committee (CAC). The CAC offers an opportunity to interact with the WPS Contractor Medical Directors (CMDs) and provide input on trending topics, as well as receive information regarding Medicare policy and reimbursement.  CAC members are a valuable asset to policy development and WPS includes a summary of the CAC members’ recommendations with the final Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs).

Purpose

With regular posts, IDSA’s blog reminds readers that infectious diseases don’t observe national boundaries, and effective, evidence-based responses protect us all. With the on-the-ground experience of IDSA members and staff, Science Speaks informs readers of both global and domestic impacts and answers to infectious diseases. The blog also provides updates on IDSA’s and HIVMA’s science-based approaches to improve the health of individuals and their communities and to address challenges facing the field of ID and HIV, both in the U.S. and around the world. Our primary audience is IDSA and HIVMA members, but a secondary audience includes the broader group of professionals with an interest in ID, HIV and related policy issues.

Responsibility

• Offering expert opinions
• Attending 3 meetings per year
• Providing feedback on draft and existing Local Coverage Determinations
• Providing feedback on national Medicare issues
• Disseminating information to the field.

Qualifications

• Must be familiar with Medicare policy and reimbursement
• Must work in one of the following states: IA, KS, MO, NE, IN, MI

Estimated Time Commitment

Approximately 10 hours per year & attending 3 meetings per year.