New AMA Report Paints Tragic Picture of Nation’s Overdose Epidemic
September 15, 2022
On September 8, the AMA released a new report detailing the toll of the nation’s overdose and death epidemic.
MMA-Endorsed Prior Authorization Bill Passes U.S. House, Heads to U.S. Senate
September 15, 2022
On September 14, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed the “Improving Seniors' Timely Access to Care Act” (H.R. 3173), a bill which reduces prior authorization (PA) burdens for physicians providing care to patients under Medicare Advantage (MA) plans.
Take Action to Tell Congress They Must Stop the Medicare Payment Cuts
September 15, 2022
Now is the time to contact your members of Congress and tell them to act before the end of the year to reform the Medicare payment system and stop the cycle of constant physician payment cuts.
MMA Pivots to Switch Annual Conference to a Virtual Event
September 15, 2022
Due to several factors, the MMA is switching its annual conference to a virtual event via Zoom. The conference will still take place from 12:45 to 4:30 pm on Friday, September 23.
Panel of Healthcare Leaders to Discuss Lessons Learned from Pandemic
September 1, 2022
The MMA’s 2022 Annual Conference, Friday, September 23, at St. Paul’s Union Depot, will close with a panel discussion on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic that will include leaders from health systems and clinics from across Minnesota.
Virtual Series to Address Improving Patient Safety
September 1, 2022
Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm is among a dozen speakers who will present as part of a live webinar series hosted by the Minnesota Alliance for Patient Safety.
Office of Medical Cannabis Seeks Comment on Proposed New Qualifying Conditions
September 1, 2022
The Office of Medical Cannabis is accepting public written comment on petitions to add qualifying medical conditions for Minnesota’s Medical Cannabis Program. The deadline is the end of business on October 5.
MMA Launching New Physician Leadership Institute This Fall
September 1, 2022
This fall, the MMA is launching its new Minnesota Physician Leadership Institute (MPLI), which will offer innovative, best-in-class, leadership training to provide Minnesota physicians with the skills, insights, and competencies required to build leadership acumen.
September 14 Forum to Examine Maternal Mortality Through a Health Equity Lens
September 1, 2022
The MMA will host a physician forum at noon on Wednesday, September 14, that will examine maternal mortality through a health equity lens. This forum will be held in partnership with the Minnesota Section of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG-MN).
Annual Conference to Kick-Off With an Examination of COVID-19
August 29, 2022
Minnesota’s health commissioner and a CDC representative will kick off this year’s Annual Conference with their perspectives on the current state of the pandemic, lessons learned, and where we go next as a state, nation, and world.
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