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.
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.
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.
