Forum on Adult-Use Cannabis and What Physicians Need to Know Set for August 16
August 3, 2023
On August 16 at noon, the MMA will present a virtual panel discussion on adult-use cannabis and what physicians need to know about its legalization.
MMA Looking for Volunteers for Firearm Safety Physician Interview Study
August 3, 2023
The MMA is working in collaboration with public health researchers at the University of Minnesota to conduct a research interview study with Minnesota physicians.
New Law Encouraging Open, Honest Communication After Adverse Events Takes Effect
August 3, 2023
A new law that took effect on August 1 is designed to encourage open and transparent communications between healthcare providers, facilities, and patients after an adverse healthcare incident.
MMA Receives Three Awards at National Conference
July 27, 2023
The MMA received three 2023 Profiles of Excellence (POE) Awards from the American Association of Medical Society Executives (AAMSE) for its work in a variety of areas.
MMA Launches Video Series on Racism in Medicine at Virtual Symposium
July 27, 2023
The MMA debuted its new video series, “Racism in Medicine: Truths from Minnesota Physicians,” with a virtual symposium held on July 25.
MMA-Sponsored Event on Illicit Drug Use Harm Reduction in Minneapolis August 1
July 19, 2023
The Minnesota Doctors for Health Equity (MDHEQ) will host an event titled “Improving Health for People who Use Drugs: Community Conversation on Current and Future Harm Reduction Practices” on August 1 from 5 to 9 pm at La Doña Cervecerìa, 241 Fremont Ave North, in Minneapolis.
MDH Adds Assistant Commissioner
July 19, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has appointed Carol Backstrom as the new assistant commissioner for the agency’s Health Systems Bureau. In this role, which she begins August 16, Backstrom will oversee the MDH’s Health Regulation Division, Health Policy Division and Office of Medical Cannabis.
CMS Releases Proposed Rule for 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, AMA Provides Analysis
July 19, 2023
On July 13, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the proposed rule for the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), that includes a decrease in the Medicare conversion factor.
MMA Leadership Elections Open August 1
July 19, 2023
MMA members are encouraged to vote for incoming MMA leadership during the month of August. Members will receive a ballot via email on August 1 to vote on the slate of leadership candidates.
DHS Extends Medical Assistance Deadline for 35,500
July 13, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has extended the deadline to renew Medical Assistance (MA) for 35,500 people whose renewal paperwork was overdue for July 1 coverage. Their deadline will remain open until August 1.
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