Health Omnibus Bill Stalled in House, Referred to Floor in Senate

May 1, 2025

While other bills are moving through the Ways and Means Committee and onto the floor of the House of Representatives for a vote, the health omnibus bill remains stalled.  

MMA Signs Letter to Congress on Chiropractic Scope Issue

May 1, 2025

The MMA, along with nearly 100 healthcare advocacy groups, signed a letter to Congressional leaders opposing legislation that would revise how chiropractors are referred to in Medicare claims.

Virtual Summit on Pediatric to Adult Health Care Transition to be Held June 16

May 1, 2025

Gillette Children's and the Minnesota Department of Health will host a virtual Pediatric to Adult Health Care Transition Summit on Monday, June 16.

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.

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