Pediatric Council
Kansas AAP Board of Directors has voted to create a Pediatric Council for the state. The purpose of this council is to improve the care of Kansas kids while making certain that the insurers of our state help to cover the care they receive. We will work with these companies to make them more aware of our needs to provide better care for our patients. The process will begin over the next year through meetings and education.
This works both ways. We should also learn what programs the insurers of our state are able to provide our patients. As this is being developed, we may ask for input from you to identify areas which need work. Please keep us in mind when you encounter roadblocks to care from insurers. Also, give us the positive programs which you have identified as helpful to both you and your patients in order that we may apply them in a broader manner to more people. Good ideas should be shared. Our state's pediatricians continue to lead the way to help the children of Kansas. By being aware of your own practice, you can benefit others as well.
Updates
Hassle Factor Form - sign onto the AAP Members Only Channel and scroll down to "More Resources" in the middle column and click on the AAP Hassle Factor Form and follow the directions to complete the online form.
Resources
CPT Coding
Contact persons:
Chris Steege
Executive Director, KAAP
Phone: 913-780-5649
Email: kansasaap@aol.com
Stuart Shanker, MD, FAAP
Pediatric Council Chair
Email: sshanker4@hotmail.com
