MSSNY Joins Lawsuit Over Out-Of-Network Billing Click to Enlarge The Medical Society of the State of New York has joined a federal lawsuit involving hundreds of health care providers against Claritev, a data analytics firm formerly known as MultiPlan, over the negotiation of out-of-network payments. The
CMS Clarifies Telehealth Coverage and Claims Adjustments Following Government Shutdown Click to Enlarge What’s Happening: CMS has issued an update clarifying that Medicare telehealth services remain payable through January 30, 2026, with retroactive coverage for services provided during the federal government shutdown Why
Utility Medical Protections: Important Information for Physicians Click to Enlarge New York State law provides protections against utility shutoffs when service loss jeopardizes health. A simple letter can prevent dangerous service disconnections and help patients remain safe in their homes. Life-Support Equipment (LSE) Protections For patients who use any
AAMC Calls on Medical Schools to Strengthen Nutrition Education Click to Enlarge For physicians who treat the daily realities of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, nutrition isn’t an afterthought—it’s foundational. Recognizing this, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) has issued a call to action urging U.S.
Medical Societies Urge Repeal of New Anthem Out-of-Network Policy Click to Enlarge Over 90 medical societies sent a letter (PDF) this week to Elevance Health President and CEO Gail Boudreaux, urging repeal of a policy that will reduce payment to participating hospitals when out-of-network physicians are used to
President Trump Signs Continuing Resolution (CR) Reopening Government; Includes Temporary Extension of Medicare Telehealth Flexibilities Through January 2026 Click to Enlarge President Trump signed a temporary continuing resolution (CR) that would fund the government and extend certain Medicare telehealth flexibilities through January 30, 2026. The
MSSNY Invites Medical Students and Residents and Fellows to Present at the 19th Annual Poster Symposium Click to Enlarge MSSNY, with support from the Medical Education & Scientific Foundation (MESF), is proud to announce the 19th Annual Resident/Fellow and Medical Student Poster Symposium, scheduled for Friday, March 27, 2026,
Comprehensive Coverage Tailored for New York Physicians Click to Enlarge MSSNY members have exclusive access to Creative Wealth Planning (CWP), a trusted insurance partner serving physicians, their families, and their practices for over 40 years. Designed specifically for self-employed physicians, sole proprietors, and medical groups (2–500
It’s Never Too Late to Go to Medical School Click to Enlarge Medicine is a lifelong calling — and for some, the call comes later. An Association of American Medical Colleges study found that while most medical students are in their 20s, a small but determined group,
Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Includes Pay Update, Telehealth Improvements Among a Grab Bag of Changes Click to Enlarge The American Medical Association (AMA) cautioned that while the 2026 Medicare Fee Schedule includes critical updates, like a 3.26% increase to the conversion factor and expanded telehealth flexibilities, other provisions could unintentionally
