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Straight Talk
Mobile App Spotlight
AnticoagEvaluator App
Make well-informed decisions on antithrombotic therapy for non-valvular AF
patients with the updated AnticoagEvaluator App. The app can be used to: calculate
a patient’s risk of ischemic stroke, thromboembolism, and bleed; pinpoint the appropriate dose of new DOACs based on
renal function; browse guideline-based
therapy options and their associated
risks and benefits. The app is currently
available for use on iPad, iPhone, Android
and tablet. Download the app at ACC.org/
AnticoagEvaluator. Find out more about
ACC’s other mobile apps at ACC.org/MobileResources.
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ACC Comments on Proposed
MACRA Structure
The ACC has submitted extensive comments to the Centers for
Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on the proposed regulations to implement the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization
Act of 2015 (MACRA). The MACRA legislation repealed the flawed
Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) formula and paves the way for a
new payment system that places importance on quality care. CMS
will release final MACRA regulations by Nov. 1, 2016. The ACC
continues to work with CMS to establish details of how the law will
function and is developing
education and resources
to help members prepare
for the changes ahead.
Read the College’s comments and learn more
about MACRA at ACC.org/
MACRA.
AUGUST 2016, VOL. 5, NO. 8
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Alfred Bove, MD, PhD
PUBLISHER
Gene Conselyea
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF
CARDIOLOGY STAFF
PUBLISHING DIRECTOR
Kim Murphy
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
Shalen Fairbanks
EDITORIAL SUPPORT
Rachel Cagan
EDITORIAL
EXECUTIVE EDITOR
Rick McGuire
MANAGING EDITOR
Eric Raible
Certified Patient Case
A 45-year-old Caucasian woman with a history of rheumatoid
arthritis, hypertension and chronic kidney disease stage II is
referred to the cardiologist’s office for chest pain. She reports
intermittent substernal chest pressure, fatigue, and bilateral arm
pain. She experiences it both at rest and with exercise. What
would you do? Check out this and other Certified Patient Cases
under “Education and Meetings” on ACC.org.
ASSOCIATE MANAGING EDITOR
Manda Frederick
ART DIRECTOR
Ari Mihos
ASSISTANT ART DIRECTORS
Charlene DePrizio
John Salesi
DIGITAL PROJECTS MANAGER
Chris Gedikli
PHOTOGRAPHER/VIDEOGRAPHER
Joe Corrao
Featured Expert Commentary and Article Reviews
Visit the “Latest in Cardiology” section of ACC.org for a wide
variety of perspectives and analysis on recent cardiovascular
research and trends. Current hot topics include:
• Vitamin K Antagonist Treatment in Elderly Patients
• Adaptive Designs for Clinical Trials
• CMS Releases Proposed 2017 Medicare Physician Fee
Schedule and Hospital Outpatient Rules
EDITORIAL CONSULTANTS
Deepak L. Bhatt, MD, FACC
Peter C. Block, MD, FACC
Anthony N. DeMaria, MD, MACC
Kim A. Eagle, MD, MACC
Andrew Freeman, MD, FACC
Ty Gluckman, MD, FACC
Martha Gulati, MD, FACC
Spencer B. King, III, MD, MACC
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Erratum
The Straight Talk column from the July issue of CardioSource WorldNews
incorrectly listed the title of Gerard R. Martin, MD. Dr. Martin is currently
Medical Director of Global Services, and the C.R. Beyda Professor of
Cardiology at the Children’s National Health Service. CardioSource
WorldNews regrets the error.
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About the American College of Cardiology
The American College of Cardiology is transforming cardiovascular care and improving heart health through continuous quality improvement, patient-centered care, payment innovation and
professionalism. The College is a 52,000-member nonprofit medical society comprised of physicians, surgeons, nurses, physician assistants, pharmacists and practice managers, and bestows
credentials upon cardiovascular specialists who meet its stringent qualifications. The College is a leader in the formulation of health policy, standards and guidelines, and is a staunch supporter of
cardiovascular research. The ACC provides professional education and operates national registries for the measurement and improvement of quality care. More information about the association
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