Physicians Again Call on Governor Hochul to Veto Latest Wrongful Death Liability Expansion Bill Click to Enlarge Physicians are again urged to contact Governor Hochul to request she again veto the latest version of legislation (A.9232-B/S.8485-B) to significantly expand liability against physicians and hospitals in
AMA Recap: NY Delegation Highlights Click to Enlarge The AMA Interim Meeting wrapped up successfully! Check out these snapshots from the NY delegation dinner and our engaging Caucus meeting. It was a meaningful time for collaboration and advocacy. Thank you to everyone who participated and proudly
Protect Your Career: Avoid Common Contract Mistakes with Resolve and MSSNY Click to Enlarge Physician employment contracts are not just legal documents; they shape your work-life balance, financial security, and career satisfaction. Yet, many physicians—especially those entering their first positions—fall into common traps that could have
New Child Abuse Course Requirements: Implicit Bias, ACEs, and Virtual Interaction Protocols Due by April 2025 Click to Enlarge There are now additional requirements for the Child Abuse course that include protocols to reduce implicit bias in decision-making processes, strategies for identifying adverse childhood experiences, and
Fix Medicare Now: Tell Your Representative to Co-Sponsor H.R. 10073 Click to Enlarge MSSNY and the American Medical Association continue to be deeply alarmed about the growing financial instability of the Medicare physician payment system due to a confluence of fiscal uncertainties physician practices face
Integrating Primary Care with Behavioral Health: CMS’s New PC Flex Model and Its Impact on Rural Health Click to Enlarge As the connection between physical and behavioral health becomes increasingly evident, aligning these aspects of care has become essential, particularly for underserved populations. Behavioral issues like substance
Japanese Study Highlights Link Between Physician Work Hours, Sleep, and Mental Health Click to Enlarge A recent study published in the Journal of Sleep Research investigates the impact of long work hours on Japanese physicians' sleep, alertness, and psychological well-being. Amid growing concerns over physician burnout,
Federal Legislation Introduced to Reform Medicare Payments to Physicians and Protect Patient Access Click to Enlarge Representative Greg Murphy, M.D. (R, NC) has introduced a bipartisan bill, the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act, to support physicians and protect patient access to care for Medicare beneficiaries.
Guidance On New Law Requiring Health Care Providers to Advise Patients Of Risks Associated With Using A Credit Card For Paying Medical Bills Click to Enlarge As previously reported, the DOH has put on hold a law that had been scheduled for October 20 implementation that
Maximizing College Financial Aid: Key Steps and Resources for Families Click to Enlarge Preparing to cover the cost of college is daunting, but with careful planning, families can navigate the process effectively. Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year is critical,
