AMA Report: Elevated Healthcare Spending Driven by Increased Utilization
July 16, 2026
The United States spent a total of $5,278.6 billion, or $15,474 per capita, on healthcare in 2024, according to a new AMA Policy Research Perspectives.
CMS Releases Proposed Rule for 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
July 16, 2026
On July 14, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the proposed rule for the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS).
State Releases New Tools to Prevent and Identify Physical Abuse in Infants
July 16, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has released new tools for parents and physicians aimed at preventing and identifying abuse in infants age 6 months and younger.
Allina Health Physicians Vote to Authorize Strike
July 9, 2026
More than 130 Allina Health hospital physicians represented by Doctors Council SEIU voted last week, by a 90% margin, to authorize a strike after nearly two years of bargaining.
MMA Launches New Program to Strengthen Physician Well-being
July 9, 2026
The MMA is launching a new program, exclusive to members, to strengthen physician well-being, reduce professional isolation, build a culture of connection, and foster sustained peer connections over time.
State Pursuing Medicaid Expansion to Treat Incarcerated People
July 9, 2026
Minnesota is pursuing a new initiative that, if approved by the federal government, will allow state Medicaid programs to cover certain behavioral health services and medical care for chronic health conditions for incarcerated people, for up to 90 days before release.
State Requests Input on Minnesota Cancer Surveillance System Rules by September 8
July 9, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is considering modifications and updates to the Minnesota Cancer Surveillance System rules through the rulemaking process.
Major Maternity Care Coding Changes Announced for 2027
June 25, 2026
The AMA CPT Editorial Panel has announced significant changes for how maternity care services will be billed effective January 1, 2027.
MMA Updates its “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act” Guide
June 25, 2026
On June 23, the MMA released an updated version of its “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) Resource Guide for Physicians,” which is designed to help Minnesota practitioners understand how key provisions of the law will affect their practice and patients.
Registration Opens for 2026 Empowering Physicians Event in Minneapolis
June 18, 2026
Registration has opened for the Empowering Physicians event, featuring Regina Martinez Lorenzo, MD, the first female cross-country skier to represent Mexico in the Olympics.
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