Welcome to the IOMA Website
The Iowa Osteopathic Medical Association is a voice for osteopathic physicians in Iowa. There are over 1,000 osteopathic physicians licensed in Iowa. There are approximately 61,000 D.O.s in the United States practicing in all areas of medicine from neurology to sports medicine to dermatology to emergency medicine.
As complete physicians, D.O.s are able to prescribe medication and perform surgery. In addition, D.O.s have added training in Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT), a hands-on treatment tool that they can use to diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses. OMT can be used in conjunction with and sometimes in place of medication or surgery to restore mobility and function.
The Iowa Osteopathic Medical Association is located at 950 12th Street, Des Moines, Iowa. The phone number is 515-283-0002 and fax is 515-283-0355.
| Delay in Varicella Vaccine Distribution The Iowa Immunization Program has been notified by Merck & Company, Inc. (Merck) of upcoming distribution delays of varicella vaccine. Merck will not ship varicella vaccine, March 25 through April 6, 2010, as part of a long-term plan to standardize commercial computer systems. |
| Congress Extends 2009 Medicare Pay Rates by 30 Days Take action and urge Congress to permanently repeal the SGR Formula. The United States Senate has approved HR 4691, legislation that extends current Medicare physician payment policy until March 31. The vote on passage was 78-19. The bill was approved by the House of Representatives on February 26. The Senate vote ensures that the 21 percent cut in Medicare physician payments is averted for 30 additional days. |
| Letter from AOA President Larry Wickless, D.O. Regarding Physician Payment Cuts |
| Medicare To Hold Claims Beginning Dates of Service March 1st |
