• NYRx Preferred Drug Quick List  For NYRx, the Medicaid Pharmacy Program, prescribers should review and prescribe preferred products whenever possible. The preferred drugs generally do not require prior authorization when prescribed according to FDA labeling, unless otherwise indicated. Please refer to the NYRx Preferred Drug Quick List for a resource containing only preferred drugs.  The

  • Federal IDR Portal Reopens  On December 15, the Departments reopened the Federal IDR portal to process all dispute types, including previously initiated batched disputes, new batched disputes, and new single disputes involving air ambulance services.  The Departments are granting extensions of the applicable IDR deadlines for the initiation of new batched disputes and new single

  • Registration Now Open for Medical Matters CME Webinar: Psychosocial Elements of Infectious Outbreaks: A History Infectious outbreaks, especially those on a pandemic scale, impact nearly every aspect of human existence.  Learn more about the psychosocial impact historically experienced because of infectious outbreaks by registering for the next Medical Matters webinar, Psychosocial Elements of Infectious Outbreaks:

  • CME Opportunity: Cancer Survivorship Issues and Care Free educational series for PCPs about cancer survivorship and care for this population. Registration questions can be sent to the NYS Cancer Consortium. More Information.

  • Are You Prepared for Your Next Contract Negotiation? A physician-founded and physician-driven company, Resolve is bringing change to employment contracts by providing data and transparency into the physician market. Using the most accurate data on compensation and other contract terms sourced from actual contracts, Resolve delivers the insights and expertise to help physicians negotiate for what they truly deserve

  • Issues with Insurers? MSSNY Recoups Over $8.5 Million for Members  Colleagues: As physicians, we know all too well that issues with insurance companies have an impact on patient care. Insurance denials overwhelm both us and our office staff as we fight to ensure that our patients get the care they need and deserve. MSSNY’s Division of

  • New Mayo Clinic Study Finds Profound Changes Impacting the Practice of Medicine A recent Mayo Clinic study focuses on the profound changes impacting the practice of medicine.  40% of physicians consider reducing clinical hours, and 20% contemplate leaving their practice within two years. This shift, a stark contrast to earlier trends, reflects the deep-seated challenges

  • 2024 Healthcare Outlook: How to Navigate Ahead As 2024 approaches, physician leaders are facing significant challenges. Deloitte’s latest report highlights five key trends to prepare for: A surge in mergers and acquisitions. The growing importance of generative AI and digital transformation. Deepening workforce challenges. Increased opportunities for outsourcing and offshoring. The need for affordability and

  • Call for Abstracts: MSSNY Announces Its 17th Annual Poster Symposium MSSNY will hold its 17th Annual Medical Student/Resident/Fellow Poster Symposium on Friday, April 12 in conjunction with their House of Delegates at the Long Island Marriott in Uniondale. Details and guidelines for abstract submission can be found on MSSNY’s website.  Please note that you must be

  • Call for Abstract Reviewers If you would be interested in serving as an abstract reviewer or judge for MSSNY’s 2024 Poster Symposium, please contact Kathy Rohrer at [email protected].