House DFL Continues Capitol Boycott, Supreme Court Hearing Today
January 23, 2025
DFL House members have yet to return to the Minnesota State Capitol, saying that they will not come back until Republicans consent to a power-sharing agreement.
Grant Funding for Clinics to Hire, Evaluate Community Health Workers
January 23, 2025
The Minnesota Community Health Worker Alliance (MCHWA) is accepting grant proposals from clinics and health systems that are interested in hiring Community Health Workers (CHWs) and/or evaluating models for clinical integration of CHWs.
Legislative Session Begins with Partisan Standoff
January 16, 2025
The 2025 legislative session began on January 14 with half of the House of Representatives missing because of a dispute over which party should lead the body.
DHS Head Stepping Down February 3
January 16, 2025
Jodi Harpstead, the commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), will leave her position effective February 3, Gov. Tim Walz announced on January 13.
Physicians Sought for MNCM’s Measurement and Reporting Committee
January 16, 2025
MN Community Measurement (MNCM) is seeking two physicians to serve on its Measurement and Reporting Committee (MARC).
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.
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