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].
Call for Young Physician Section Nominees Are you interested in representing your Young Physician Section and getting involved in the future of medicine? Consider running for the open positions within the Young Physician Section: Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary/Treasurer, 2025 Delegate to MSSNY’s House of Delegates or 2024 Delegate to the AMA-YPS. Elections will be held at
Legislation to Prohibit Non-Compete Agreements Delivered to Governor Legislation (S.3100-A/A.1278-B) that would prohibit the use of non-compete agreements by all employers in New York State has been sent to the Governor for her consideration, for which she must act by December 23. MSSNY, together with 5 specialty societies, have written to Governor Hochul urging that
Law Enacted to Prohibit Credit Reporting of Medical Debts Governor Hochul signed a bill S.4907 (nyassembly.gov) into law this week that would prohibit the reporting of a patient medical debt to a credit reporting agency, as well as prohibiting credit reporting agencies from collecting such information. The law takes effect immediately. This is a part
Physician Action Urged to Help Prevent Impending Medicare Cuts All physicians are urged to contact Senators Schumer and Gillibrand, as well as their respective US representatives (Contact your members of Congress today) to urge that they enact H.R. 6683, the "Preserving Seniors' Access to Physicians Act." If enacted, it will completely eliminate the scheduled 3.37%
Don’t Miss Out on Exclusive Access to CMS/NGS! Monthly Meeting Time Change: CMS/NGS is enhancing member access by adjusting the schedule for their monthly meetings. Starting December 12th, these meetings will now occur from 12-1 pm on every second Tuesday of the month. This change ensures our members can conveniently address their questions and concerns.
