A new manager of Physicians Relations to help with MCP rulings

    Friday, 8 September 2023 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    The role will be to provide timely information on MCP adjudications, clear reasons on decisions to adjust or reject claims; and  guidance on how physicians can avoid future adjustments.

    Health and Community Services has filled a new Manager of Physician Relations position, which will help strengthen its relationship with the Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association (NLMA). NLMA members, including physicians, clinics, and physician groups with questions regarding the department’s Medical Care Plan (MCP) adjudication can now contact Gerard Power, the new Manager of Physician Relations. His role will be to provide timely information on MCP adjudications, clear reasons on decisions to adjust or reject claims; and  guidance on how physicians can avoid future adjustments.

     

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