Transparency in Medicare Reimbursement: Help or Hindrance?
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Welcome to the latest edition of JADPRO! It is my pleasure and honor to serve as an associate editor for this elite and unique journal. As one of the co-chairs of the meeting, I would like to invite you to attend the second JADPRO Live symposium to be held in sunny Orlando, Florida, this October 30 through November 2. The faculty lineup is superb, the content offerings are first rate, and you can earn up to 15 CE credits/contact hours. I am hoping to network with our entire readership there! You can find more information and learn how to register at www.apsho.org/jadprolive.
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