News

MMA to Host Conversations on Race to Promote Health Equity

February 9, 2023

In March, the MMA will continue its Conversations on Race and Equity (CORE) series, which provides a virtual space for physicians to discuss and critically reflect on topics related to health equity.   

White Coats Flood the Halls at Physicians’ Day at the Capitol

February 9, 2023

For the first time since 2020, Physicians’ Day at the Capitol was held in-person, attracting more than 160 physicians, residents and medical students.  

House Committee to Hear Firearm Safety Legislation on February 3

February 2, 2023

Several bills aimed to reduce death and injury from firearms are set to be heard in the House Public Safety Committee on February 3. 

CANDOR Legislation, an MMA Priority, Introduced in St. Paul

February 2, 2023

A bill that would encourage open and honest communication between a provider and a patient following an adverse event was introduced at the Capitol on February 1.  

Mid-Year Formulary Bill Passes First House Committee

February 2, 2023

Legislation that limits mid-year formulary changes for patients who are currently on a medication therapy passed through the House Health Finance and Policy Committee on January 31. It was re-referred to the House Commerce Committee.

Newborn Screening for cCMV Set to Begin in Minnesota

February 2, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is preparing to begin screening for congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV), making Minnesota the first state in the nation to universally screen newborns for presence of the virus.

MMA, Other Providers Speak in Support of PRO Act

February 2, 2023

MMA President Will Nicholson, MD, participated with physicians, medical students, nurses, and public health experts in a press conference on January 27 in support of the Protect Reproductive Options Act (PRO Act).  

New FAQ Now Available on MMA’s Decriminalization of Simple Possession of Illicit Drugs Policy

January 26, 2023

X-Waiver No Longer Required to Treat Opioid Use Disorder

January 26, 2023

With the signing of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 (the Act) on December 29, Congress eliminated the “DATA-Waiver Program,” also known as the “X-Waiver.” This means that an X-waiver is no longer required to treat patients with buprenorphine for opioid use disorder. 

Walz Budget Focuses on Education, Children and Families

January 26, 2023

Gov. Tim Walz released his 2023-24 state budget proposal this week, detailing his recommendations on how to use the state’s $17.6 billion surplus. In total, the plan would raise the state general fund, two-year budget to $65.2 billion – the largest in Minnesota’s history. The focus of Walz’s proposal is dedicated to increased spending in education, children, and families.