Provider Tax Included in Senate Omnibus Bill, Heard in Taxes Committee

April 24, 2025

The Senate health and human services omnibus bill, which includes several of the MMA’s legislative priorities, was heard in the Taxes Committee on April 23.  It also includes an increase in the provider tax from 1.8% to 2%. 

House GOP Advocate to Limit Access to MinnesotaCare for Undocumented Non-citizens

April 24, 2025

At a press event on April 21, Republican leaders proposed limiting access to MinnesotaCare for undocumented Minnesotans.   

AMA Seeking Feedback in Financial Aftermath of Cyberattack

April 24, 2025

More than a year after the cyberattack at Change Healthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (UHG) subsidiary, some Minnesota practices are still suffering from cashflow issues.  

Copic Medical Foundation Awards Metro-based Community Health Initiative

April 24, 2025

The Copic Medical Foundation recently awarded St. Mary’s Health Clinics a grant that will support its Community Health Empowerment Initiative (CHEI), which aims to reduce healthcare fragmentation for 1,200 uninsured, Spanish-speaking immigrants in the Twin Cities metro area.  

Only 29 Spots Left! Enroll in SafeHaven Before June 30

April 24, 2025

Time is running out to claim an exclusive 12-month subscription to SafeHaven—a confidential, physician-focused well-being resource offered at a limited-time 85% discount. 

MMA Signs on to Pro-Fluoridation Letter Sent to Congress, HHS Secretary

April 17, 2025

The MMA is among 250 healthcare organizations from across the country to sign a letter supporting community water fluoridation.  

MMA Board Chair Takes Part in Medicaid Cuts Discussion

April 17, 2025

MMA Board Chair Kim Tjaden, MD, MPH, took part in a Medicaid panel discussion organized by the Minnesota Department of Human Services on April 4 in St. Cloud.

May 1 Forum to Examine Impact of the Federal Government’s Changes to Public Health and Medicaid

April 17, 2025

The MMA will host a virtual Physician Forum on “How will Federal Budget Cuts and Other Changes Impact Public Health and Medicaid in Minnesota?” on Thursday, May 1, from noon to 1 pm.  

MDH Delays Layoffs in Wake of Federal District Court Ruling

April 17, 2025

On April 14, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) announced that layoffs made public earlier this month would be delayed because of a temporary restraining order issued by a federal district court in Rhode Island.

2025 MMA Awards: Nominations Are Now Open

April 17, 2025

Members are encouraged to nominate their peers, medical students, residents/fellows, and advocacy champions for one of the MMA’s annual awards. Visit the MMA website to make a nomination by June 27.   

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