Register Now! MMA’s Annual Physicians’ Day at the Capitol Set for February 28

November 30, 2023

Registration is now open for Physicians’ Day at the Capitol, which will see physicians and physicians-in-training from across the state gather at the state Capitol to advocate on behalf of medicine.  

Private Health Insurance in Minnesota Increased 7% in 2022

November 30, 2023

A report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM) released on November 30 finds that the cost of healthcare services for Minnesotans with private health insurance increased by 7% in 2022.  

Minnesota Adds ‘Dry Herb Vaping’ to Approved Delivery Method for Medical Cannabis

November 30, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) announced on November 30 that the state will add dry herb vaporization to the list of approved delivery methods in the state’s medical cannabis program. Under state law, the new delivery method will be available to patients beginning August 1, 2024. 

MMA, Other Medical Societies Once Again Urge Congress to Stop Medicare Payment Cuts

November 30, 2023

The MMA signed on to a November 16 letter to leaders in Washington, D.C., urging Congress to quickly pass legislation to stop another impending round of Medicare payment cuts. 

Physician Member Vacancy on Minnesota Board of Medical Practice in 2024

November 30, 2023

The Minnesota Board of Medical Practice (BMP) is seeking a physician to fill a vacancy representing the Sixth Congressional District, which includes St. Cloud and the outer western and northern Twin Cities suburbs.  

New On-Demand Training Focusing on Serious Illness Conversations Now Available

November 30, 2023

The Center for Advancing Serious Illness Communication (CASIC), a joint initiative of the MMA and Minnesota Hospital Association, has launched its first series of on-demand training to introduce healthcare providers and other members of care teams to serious illness conversations (SIC).   

MMA Physicians Address Medicare, Rural Emergency Care, and Physician Aid-in-Dying at AMA Meeting

November 16, 2023

Members of the MMA delegation to the AMA helped shape policy at the AMA’s Interim Meeting November 10-14 in National Harbor, Maryland. The most visible issue at the meeting was the looming Medicare physician payment cuts and AMA’s advocacy to “Fix Medicare Now.” More information about the planned cuts and ways that you can take action now can be found at Fix Medicare Now. 

States Seeks Members for African American Health State Advisory Council

November 16, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) invites healthcare providers and other community members to apply to serve on the new African American Health State Advisory Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply by November 17, but MDH will accept and review applications until all spots are filled.  

New Report Paints Negative Financial Picture of Minnesota Hospitals

November 16, 2023

On November 13, the Minnesota Hospital Association (MHA) released an analysis of hospital and health system finances that shows losses growing at many of the state’s major healthcare providers.  

MMA Offering Discounted Pricing on Opioid Prescribing Training to Fulfill DEA Requirement

November 16, 2023

As of June 27, 2023, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license holders, upon initial registration or renewal, are required to complete at least eight hours of training in the treatment or management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders. 

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