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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
