MN to Participate in CMS’ New Model for Improving Maternal Healthcare in Medicaid and CHIP

January 9, 2025

Minnesota is among a group of states and the District of Columbia selected to participate in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model, which is designed to improve maternal healthcare for people enrolled in Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). 

MMA Seeks Volunteers for Task Force on Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

January 9, 2025

The MMA is seeking up to 15 physicians to serve on an MMA task force that will examine artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Those with experience in utilizing AI as well as those who are interested in AI are encouraged to volunteer. 

Counseling on Access to Lethal Means Train-the-Trainer Workshop

January 9, 2025

The MMA Foundation will offer a two-day Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) Train-the-Trainer online workshop on March 4 and 5, from 9 am to 3 pm.  

Minor, Technical Updates to the Statewide Quality and Reporting Measurement System in 2025

January 9, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has released updated technical specifications for measurements reported under the Statewide Quality and Reporting Measurement System (SQRMS) in 2025. 

Get a Jump Start on Your New Year’s Resolutions with MMA SafeHaven

January 9, 2025

In its ongoing efforts to support physician well-being, the MMA is once again subsidizing the cost of SafeHaven™ memberships. The first 40 MMA members who enroll can access the well-being program for just $99.   

Physician Volunteers Needed to Serve on State Boards, Committees

January 2, 2025

The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State is seeking physicians who are interested in serving on various state boards, councils, and committees. 

New Price Reporting Requirements for Select Medical Practices, All Outpatient Surgery Centers

January 2, 2025

As of January 1, select medical practices and all freestanding outpatient surgery centers in Minnesota are required to post standard charges on their websites. This requirement was passed by the Minnesota Legislature in 2023. 

MMA, Other Healthcare Organizations Urge Congress to Protect Medicaid

January 2, 2025

The MMA and more than 100 other healthcare organizations signed a letter to the Minnesota Congressional delegation on December 20 to alert them of the potential changes at the federal level to Medical Assistance (MA) in Minnesota. 

State Seeking Pediatrician to Serve on Minnesota Health Care Programs Drug Formulary Committee

December 19, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking applications from licensed pediatricians to serve on the Minnesota Health Care Programs Drug Formulary Committee (DFC).  

Board Approves Creation of Task Force on AI in Healthcare

December 19, 2024

At its December 16 meeting, the MMA Board of Trustees authorized the creation of an MMA task force focused on artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. 

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