CMS Releases Proposed Rule for 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
July 24, 2025
On July 14, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the proposed rule for the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS).
IMPORTANT REMINDER: New DEA Education Requirement on Opioid or other Substance Use Disorders Begins June 27
June 8, 2023
Beginning June 27, DEA license holders, upon initial registration or renewal, will be required to complete at least eight hours of training in the treatment or management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.
To ensure you have the most accurate information, you should review the guidance issued by the DEA. Click here to find the MMA’s recommendations for members who need to complete this training.
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Legislature Faces Further Disruption with Death, Pending Resignation
July 24, 2025
Turmoil continues to reign at the State Capitol. On July 21, Sen. Bruce Anderson (R- Buffalo) died unexpectedly and Sen. Nicole Mitchell (DFL-Woodbury) announced that she will resign in August following her burglary and felony possession of burglary tools conviction.
Physician Announces Second Gubernatorial Bid
July 24, 2025
On July 17, former state senator and Watertown physician Scott Jensen, MD, announced his intention to run for governor in 2026.