MMA Opposes Legislation to Rollback Prior Authorization Law
April 16, 2026
On April 13, the House Health Finance and Policy Committee heard legislation that proposes changes to the Minnesota law governing prior authorization requirements.
Two More Minnesota Cities Institute Mask Mandates
January 20, 2022
Minnesota cities continue to debate instituting mask mandates to help slow the spread of the Omicron variant. Recently, the cities of Minnetonka and Rochester joined Duluth, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Minneapolis and St. Paul with temporary mandates.
On Jan. 6, the MMA distributed a statement to media across the state supporting Minneapolis and St. Paul's decision to re-institute mask mandates.
CentraCare physicians have petitioned St. Cloud and surrounding communities to put mandates into place, but have so far been unsuccessful.
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MMA Supports Bill to Authorize Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant Licensure
April 16, 2026
On April 13, the House Health Finance and Policy Committee held an informational hearing on legislation that would establish a licensure framework for Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs) and authorize them to practice in Minnesota.
2026 MMA Awards Nominations Are Now Open, Nominate a Peer
April 16, 2026
Members are encouraged to nominate their peers, medical students, residents/fellows, and advocacy champions for one of the MMA’s annual awards.