A Question for Our Legislators: Is it Ethical to Offer a Lower Standard of Care to Underserved Communities? Click to Enlarge Colleagues:Although the legislation providing for the independent practice of physician assistants did not advance in the New York State’s 2026-27 budget, I remain concerned that similar
From New York to the Nation: MSSNY Physicians Bring Their Voice to the AMA House of Delegates Click to Enlarge Colleagues: This week, physician leaders from across New York State will travel to Chicago to represent the Medical Society of the State of New York
Supporting New York’s Patients and Physicians: Response to the Final State Budget Click to Enlarge Colleagues: While MSSNY and I are grateful to the New York State Legislature and Governor for several important provisions included in and excluded from the final budget, we are also
Honoring Courage and Sacrifice: A Memorial Day Message Click to Enlarge Colleagues: Memorial Day is not simply the unofficial beginning of summer. It is a sacred pause in the life of our nation, a day set aside to honor the men and women who gave
Governor Hochul and State Legislature Must Reform Prior Authorization Process in Final FY2026 Budget Click to Enlarge Colleagues: MSSNY is urging Governor Kathy Hochul and the State Legislature to finally reform the broken prior authorization system as part of the FY2026 final budget, a system
NY Physicians Stress Final State Budget Must Reject Proposals that Impede Access to Care Click to Enlarge Colleagues: On Friday, I released the following statement to the press: "As the Legislature and Governor finalize the 2026–27 State Budget, it is imperative that they take decisive
Building Meaningful Relationships with Legislators Benefits Physicians and Our Patients Click to Enlarge Colleagues: I recently attended a reception for State Senator Robert Ortt along with representatives from Erie County Medical Society (MSCE), including MSCE Executive Director of MSCE Kathy Van De Loo, MSSNY's Associate
Medicare and Medicaid Reimbursement: A Broken System Click to Enlarge Colleagues:For more than two decades, physicians in New York and across the country have faced a reimbursement system that is increasingly unsustainable. The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, which serves as the foundation for physician payment, has not
Combating Insurance Administrative Burdens in New York Click to Enlarge Colleagues: One of the most persistent challenges for physicians practicing in New York is navigating the administrative burden imposed by health insurance companies. In many regions, a small number of insurers dominate the market, creating an effective
Preserving Physician-Led Care in New York Click to Enlarge Colleagues: The quality of patient care in New York depends on the expertise, training, and leadership of physicians. Over the past two decades, New York has seen ongoing debates about expanding the scope of practice for
