Panel of Healthcare Leaders to Discuss Lessons Learned from Pandemic
September 1, 2022
The MMA’s 2022 Annual Conference, Friday, September 23, at St. Paul’s Union Depot, will close with a panel discussion on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic that will include leaders from health systems and clinics from across Minnesota.
Virtual Series to Address Improving Patient Safety
September 1, 2022
Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm is among a dozen speakers who will present as part of a live webinar series hosted by the Minnesota Alliance for Patient Safety.
Office of Medical Cannabis Seeks Comment on Proposed New Qualifying Conditions
September 1, 2022
The Office of Medical Cannabis is accepting public written comment on petitions to add qualifying medical conditions for Minnesota’s Medical Cannabis Program. The deadline is the end of business on October 5.
MMA Launching New Physician Leadership Institute This Fall
September 1, 2022
This fall, the MMA is launching its new Minnesota Physician Leadership Institute (MPLI), which will offer innovative, best-in-class, leadership training to provide Minnesota physicians with the skills, insights, and competencies required to build leadership acumen.
September 14 Forum to Examine Maternal Mortality Through a Health Equity Lens
September 1, 2022
The MMA will host a physician forum at noon on Wednesday, September 14, that will examine maternal mortality through a health equity lens. This forum will be held in partnership with the Minnesota Section of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG-MN).
Annual Conference to Kick-Off With an Examination of COVID-19
August 29, 2022
Minnesota’s health commissioner and a CDC representative will kick off this year’s Annual Conference with their perspectives on the current state of the pandemic, lessons learned, and where we go next as a state, nation, and world.
Physicians Sought for Medicaid Services Advisory Committee
August 25, 2022
The Medicaid Services Advisory Committee (MSAC) is currently looking for applicants to fill six vacancies.
CMS Releases FAQs on No Surprises Act
August 25, 2022
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released new FAQs providing guidance on the No Surprises Act, including requirements related to disclosures and the qualified payment amount.
Beware: Scammers are Posing as Board of Medical Practice Reps
August 25, 2022
Scammers continue to harass Minnesota physicians by making phone calls that appear to be coming from the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice (BMP).
Minnesota’s Delegation on Recess; Now is a Great Time to Connect
August 25, 2022
The halls of Congress have emptied as the August recess is in full swing in the nation's Capital. As members head home, now is the perfect time to engage with Minnesota’s congressional delegation about upcoming issues, such as looming cuts to physician Medicare payments and working to fix the cumbersome prior authorization (PA) process.