Join Us for MSSNY’s Lobby Day in Albany on March 12th, 2024! Physicians are urged to put aside Tuesday, March 12th, 2024, for MSSNY’s annual Physician Advocacy Day in Albany. To register, click here: Physician Advocacy Registration MSSNY’s lobby day will be held in person! It will take place at the Empire State Plaza (The
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Governor Hochul Identifies Several Steps to Expand Access to Care – Some Positive and Some Concerning Listen to MSSNY’s January 12 podcast as MSSNY’s Senior Vice-President & Chief Legislative Counsel Moe Auster discusses some positive and some concerning aspects of Governor Hochul’s steps to expand access to care.
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MLK Jr: “Injustice in Health Care is the Most Shocking and Inhumane” As we prepare to commemorate Dr King on Monday—Martin Luther King Jr Day—I’m reminded of the significance of Dr King’s words today. We continue to face threats to our health care system, including challenging patient access to care issues—particularly in underserved areas of
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Uncovering the Impact of Patient-Provider Miscommunication Are you aware that nearly half of patients struggle with healthcare communications, impacting their health and satisfaction? A recent Artera survey involving over 2,000 patients reveals startling insights into the challenges faced in patient-provider communication. A significant 43% report negative health impacts due to communication barriers, while 60% would
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Are You a Health Care Change Agent Looking to Improve Practice Efficiencies? AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy is hosting a Saving Time: Practice Innovation Boot Camp on March 4-5, 2024 in Chicago, IL. This in-person event is perfect for health care change agents looking to improve practice efficiencies and eliminate unnecessary work. Participants will gain
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Navigating Physician Reimbursement Cuts and the Future of Healthcare in 2024 In 2023, while most employees saw wage increases, physicians faced a different reality with consistent cuts in reimbursements. Following a 2% reduction in the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule in 2023, doctors are bracing for an additional 3.37% cut in 2024. These financial pressures come
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Health Advisory: NYS Department of Health Recommends Masking in Healthcare and Residential Facilities The New York State Department of Health has issued a critical health advisory for healthcare providers and facilities due to a significant rise in influenza and COVID-19 cases, partly driven by the emergence of a new SARS-CoV-2 variant. They recommend implementing a facility-wide
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Extended Deadline! 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. The deadline for abstract submissions has been extended to Wednesday, January 17 at 4 PM. Details can
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Do You Have Unpaid Claims from NYC Law? If you have unpaid claims from NYC Law, please contact Heather Lopez to get additional information that could assist with this issue.
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Registration Now Open 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: A
