2023 Physician Compensation Report: Top-Earning Specialties, Persistent Gender Pay Gaps, and the Burnout Epidemic
2023 Physician Compensation Report: Top-Earning Specialties, Persistent Gender Pay Gaps, and the Burnout Epidemic Doximity's latest Physician Compensation Report highlights key trends in physician salaries for 2023, showcasing the highest-paid specialties and metropolitan areas. Based on a survey of over 33,000 full-time physicians, the report indicates a 5.9% increase in
Information on Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPO)
Information on Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPO) During the 2024 MSSNY House of Delegates, a resolution was passed calling upon MSSNY to raise awareness of the Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPO) process amongst physicians and to provide linkage to the various websites available through the New York State court system.
Department of Health: Meningococcal Disease Linked to Umrah Travel
Department of Health: Meningococcal Disease Linked to Umrah Travel The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) has issued an advisory regarding recent cases of meningococcal disease linked to Umrah travel to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Since April 2024, 12 cases have been reported in the United States, France, and the
MSSNY Alarmed at Passage of Grieving Families Act
MSSNY Alarmed at Passage of Grieving Families Act The Medical Society of the State of New York expressed alarm and "profound concern" at the Legislature's passage of the Grieving Families Act, which would allow families in wrongful death cases to collect damages for emotional harm. "This new bill remains substantially
Cohen: Bill Would Worsen Issues in Health Care System
Cohen: Bill Would Worsen Issues in Health Care System This is the third time lawmakers have tried to expand New York's wrongful death statute. State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal said in a statement that changes to the measure address concerns Gov. Kathy Hochul expressed in previous vetoes; however, MSSNY and the
New York Times: Advocates Hope N.Y. Joins States with Legal Aid in Dying
New York Times: Advocates Hope N.Y. Joins States with Legal Aid in Dying After about 10 years of trying, advocates for medical aid in dying legislation -- again being considered by state lawmakers -- are hoping to join the 10 other states and the District of Columbia where such aid
Are You Getting Insurance Claims Denials for Care You Provided While on Call for a Local ER?
Are You Getting Insurance Claims Denials for Care You Provided While on Call for a Local ER? Are you getting insurance claims denials for care you provided while on call for a local hospital ER because you don’t have a Medicaid number? MSSNY has heard from some physicians about this
Registration Now Open: Public Health! What is it Good For?
Registration Now Open: Public Health! What is it Good For? Join a group of public health experts on June 12th at 7:30am for the next Medical Matters webinar, Public Health! What is it Good For? This webinar will be a panel discussion with Dr. William Valenti, Dr. Arthur Cooper and
Advance Your Medical Career with the MSSNY Career Center!
Advance Your Medical Career with the MSSNY Career Center! Ready for a new career opportunity? The MSSNY Career Center is your premier job board for medical professionals. Whether you are looking to find your next great job or hire top talent, we've got you covered. Search thousands of listings and
Digital RFAI Availity Training Now Available
Digital RFAI Availity Training Now Available Anthem has partnered with Availity to offer self-paced training for administrators on updating Medical Attachment registration and enhancing claims processing speed through Digital RFAI. Care providers can now receive faster notifications for additional document requests via Availity Essentials. Administrators can access on-demand training, while associates have an
