August 10, 2023
The MMA will present a virtual discussion on what physicians need to know about peer review in Minnesota at noon on August 30.
Most physicians are aware of confidential peer review in the hospital setting, but aren’t aware that Minnesota law also protects peer review communications in the clinic setting. Many physician groups discuss adverse events, patient complaints, challenging cases, or concerns about a colleague, but aren’t aware that these communications can be protected under the peer review privilege.
This seminar will address how COPIC’s peer review toolkit and template policies create an easy way for clinics to protect these communications that are critical for maintaining patient safety and improving outcomes. It will be led by Jean Martin, MD, JD, deputy general counsel in COPIC’s legal department. COPIC is MMA’s preferred medical liability insurance provider.
To register, click here.
There is no charge for MMA members (cost for non-members is $20).
May 29, 2025
As the Legislature works to complete its work on the state’s two-year budget, another deadline is looming. Legislators are required to pass a balanced budget before the end of the fiscal year—June 30, 2025. If they don’t meet that deadline, the state will begin a partial shutdown.
May 29, 2025
Registration has opened for the Empowering Physicians: A Night of Reflection and Engagement event, featuring best-selling author Elisabeth Rosenthal, MD.
May 29, 2025
The AMA is encouraging physicians to contact their U.S. senators and urge them to revise the reconciliation bill passed recently by the U.S. House of Representatives. While the bill includes language that would stabilize Medicare physician payments, it also threatens to cripple Medicaid and CHIP.