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

August 29, 2024

In a follow-up letter sent to the chief medical officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota (BCBS MN) on August 14, the MMA challenged the insurer on three of its publicly posted reimbursement policies that reduce physician payment for same-day services. 

Measles Cases on the Rise in the Metro Area

August 29, 2024

Minnesota health officials are urging families to make sure they are up to date on their measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine, as a measles outbreak continues to impact unvaccinated children in the Twin Cities metro area.   

Learning the Art and Science of Negotiating at This Year’s Empowering Physicians Conference

August 29, 2024

Minnesota physicians will learn valuable negotiating skills as part of workshop being held at this year’s Empowering Physicians Conference, on Friday, September 27, at the American Swedish Institute, 2600 South Park Avenue in Minneapolis.   

Report Says 40,000+ Minnesotans Will Save on Medicare Prescriptions

August 29, 2024

On August 28, AARP released a report that shows an estimated 40,050 of Minnesotans on Medicare prescription drug plans will see savings thanks to a new out-of-pocket cap that starts January 1, 2025.  

Well-Being Law That Protects Confidentiality Now in Effect

August 22, 2024

Since August 1, Minnesota’s health system credentialing applications have been prohibited from inquiring about an applicant’s past health conditions.   

The Story Behind Dr. Glaucomflecken, the Empowering Physicians Conference Headliner

August 22, 2024

By the time he was in his 30s, he had suffered two cancer occurrences and sudden cardiac arrest. Doesn’t sound very funny. And yet this ophthalmologist became a successful comedian.  

MMA Sponsors Health Equity Conference in D.C.

August 22, 2024

Earlier this month, the MMA sponsored and attended a national conference on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare in Washington D.C. 

Healthcare Workforce Diversification in Minnesota to be Discussed at September 12 Virtual Event  

August 22, 2024

The Minnesota Health Equity Community of Practice (CoP) will host a virtual conversation about diversifying the physician workforce in Minnesota on September 12.

Special Savings Available for 2024-2025 MN Physician Leadership Institute

August 15, 2024

A great deal just got that much better. The MMA is providing additional financial support for the 2024-2025 cohort of the Minnesota Physician Leadership Institute (MNPLI). The program is now available for only $5,500. 

September 18 Forum to Address Trauma-Informed Care and Health Equity

August 15, 2024

The MMA will present a virtual forum on “Trauma-Informed Care: An Approach to Advancing Health Equity” from noon to 1 pm on Wednesday, September 18. 

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