Physicians Sought to Serve on Health Services Advisory Council
February 16, 2023
Multiple vacancies are available to physicians who want to serve on the state’s Health Services Advisory Council (HSAC).
Free Implicit Bias Training Available for Healthcare Organizations
February 16, 2023
The MMA is now offering workshops for healthcare organizations to make implicit bias training available to their physicians and healthcare providers. This work is part of the MMA’s initiative to advance health equity and address the health disparities that persist throughout Minnesota.
MMA Lends its Support to New Medical School Campus in St. Cloud
February 16, 2023
The MMA joined a large group of Minnesota organizations that support the University of Minnesota Medical School and CentraCare’s plan to establish a medical school campus in St. Cloud.
MMA Signs on to Letter Urging Prior Auth Reforms by CMS
February 16, 2023
The MMA along with the AMA and 117 other medical societies sent a letter in support of meaningful prior authorization reforms to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on February 13.
MMA Board Approves Restrictive Covenant Policy
February 16, 2023
The MMA Board of Trustees approved a policy at its February 8 meeting that opposes restrictive covenants in all physician employment contracts because they restrict competition, can disrupt continuity of care, and may limit access to care.
Board Approves Policy Proposal on Harm Reduction of Illicit Drug Use
February 16, 2023
At its February 8 meeting, the MMA Board of Trustees (BOT) approved a policy proposal titled “Harm Reduction of Illicit Drug Use,” which contains language on a set of strategies to reduce the negative consequences associated with illicit drug use.
Limits on Mid-Year Formulary Changes Passed House Commerce Committee
February 16, 2023
Legislation to limit insurers and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) from forcing patients to change their medication during their enrollment contract year passed another House committee on February 13.
MMA Weighs in on Public Option Proposal
February 9, 2023
On February 8, the House Commerce Committee heard HF 96 (Long, DFL – Minneapolis), a bill that would allow more Minnesotans to purchase health coverage through MinnesotaCare. This is often referred to as the “public option.”
MMA Advocates for Firearm Safety Legislation
February 9, 2023
On February 3, the House Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee heard several bills intended to reduce the rates of firearm death and injury resulting in Minnesota.
February 15 Online Forum to Cover Genomics in Healthcare
February 9, 2023
The next MMA online Physician Forum will discuss “Genomics in Healthcare – The Intersection of Primary Care and Genetics” from noon to 1 pm on Wednesday, February 15.
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