October 5, 2017

The NHMS Council recently approved the reconstitution of what will now be called the Bowler-Bartlett Foundation, as the charitable, educational and scientific 501(c)3 organization of the New Hampshire Medical Society. The Foundation’s mission is to advance the practice of medicine, enhance the quality of medical care, and better the health of New Hampshire citizens, as well as preserve and promote the history of medicine in the Granite State.  It will also continue to serve to provide financial assistance to members and their families in need.  Named after two prominent Granite State physicians – John Bowler and Josiah Bartlett – the formal ratification vote of the Medical Society’s new Foundation will take place at the annual business meeting during the 2017 NHMS Annual Scientific Conference on Saturday, November 4, at Mill Falls at the Lake in Meredith, New Hampshire.

On September 28, 2017, NH DHHS issued a health alert regarding influenza circulation in New Hampshire.

Key Points and Recommendations:

1. Influenza virus has begun circulating in New Hampshire for the 2017-2018 season. Healthcare providers should encourage influenza vaccination for everyone six months of age or older who does not have a medical contraindication.

September 26, 2017

On July 10, 2017, NGS began returning any paper claims that include handwriting in fields other than the allowed signature fields (Items 12, 13, or 31).

They are rolling this out on a State/Locality basis and by November, all handwritten claims will be returned to the provider.

The schedule is as follows: