MMA Challenges BCBS MN Policies that Reduce Payment for Same-Day Services

November 7, 2024

In a letter sent October 29, the MMA formally requested that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota (BCBS MN) reconsider three of its publicly posted reimbursement policies that reduce physician payment for same-day services. 

CMS Cuts Medicare Reimbursement Again by Nearly 3%; Physicians Urged to Reach Out to Congress

November 7, 2024

The 2025 Medicare conversion factor will decrease for the fifth straight year by approximately 2.83%, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced on November 1.  

Healthcare Spending in Minnesota Expected to Grow By 5.6% a Year Over the Next Decade

November 7, 2024

Between 2022 and 2031, healthcare spending in Minnesota is expected to grow at 5.6% per year compared to the previous 10 years, eventually reaching $108.7 billion. 

MN Attorney General’s Settlement with BCBS Will Improve Access to Mental Health Services

November 7, 2024

On November 1, Keith Ellison, Minnesota’s Attorney General, reached a settlement with Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Minnesota to make mental health services more accessible to all Minnesotans. 

Be Sure to Vote on Election Day Next Tuesday

October 31, 2024

Next Tuesday, November 5, is Election Day. Make sure you have a plan to vote, if you haven’t already.

New Virtual Training Available on Serious Illness Communication

October 31, 2024

The Center for Advancing Serious Illness Communication (CASIC) is offering free comprehensive training in November and December that will introduce physicians to serious illness communication and to the Serious Illness Conversation Guide (SICG). 

November 15 Physician Forum: “Social Media and Teens – Handling this Wasp Nest”

October 24, 2024

On Friday, November 15 at noon, the MMA will dive into one of the hottest topics in healthcare: the impact of social media on teens. 

UnitedHealth Group withdraws Appeal; For-Profit HMOs Cannot Operate in Minnesota’s Publicly Funded Market

October 24, 2024

On October 15, UnitedHealth Group (UHG) ended its fight to keep for-profit Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) operating in the state of Minnesota.  

MMA Launches Online Resource for Students Exploring Careers in Healthcare 

October 24, 2024

The MMA has launched a new website to support the healthcare career aspirations of students from across the state.

Minnesota Congressmembers Urge House Leaders for Medicare Reform

October 17, 2024

Four members of Minnesota’s Congressional delegation signed a letter to House leadership last week, urging them to replace the 2.8% Medicare cut with a payment update reflective of inflationary pressures before January 1, 2025.  

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