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SSVMS Medical Society News is a monthly e-bulletin from the Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society (SSVMS) containing up-to-date information and breaking news on issues impacting physicians practicing in El Dorado, Sacramento and Yolo counties. To receive your free subscription, contact SSVMS at (916) 452-2671 or info@ssvms.org.

SSV Medical Society News - 2024 - Volume 13 - Issue 06



 

MEDICAL

SOCIETY NEWS

 

STAY CURRENT WITH IMPORTANT

MEMBER-ONLY NEWS AND INFORMATION

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SSVMS/CMA MEMBERSHIP

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Revisions and Revulsions

Last month Governor Gavin Newsom dropped the proposed May Revision to the 2024-25 state budget, and there were some disappointments. The long-overdue Medi-Cal provider rate increases that we all battled to get, the Governor's latest proposal would divert those funds elsewhere to tackle the budget deficit.

 

As healthcare providers, it's important for us to speak up and protect these investments in healthcare. SSVMS, the California Medical Association (CMA), and the Coalition to Protect Access to Care have been hustling to get the Protect Access to Healthcare Act on the November 2024 ballot. Passing this initiative would make sure the Managed Care Organization (MCO) tax sticks around, funneling funds back into Medi-Cal.

 

It's crucial to pass the November ballot measure to protect the budget agreement made last year and guarantee the ongoing rise in Medi-Cal provider rates on January 1, 2025. In the coming months, SSVMS and CMA will continue speaking with lawmakers and the Governor to push for the retention of these vital healthcare investments.

 

In this era of hyper-partisanship and gridlock, this initiative is so common sense that it's been endorsed by BOTH the California Democratic Party and the California Republican Party.

 

Our collective voice matters in keeping healthcare accessible for all Californians, especially now.

 

For more info and updates on the Protect Access to Healthcare Act, check out CMA’s informational page here.

 

Thank you! 

 

Vanessa Walker, DO

SSVMS President

Protect Access to Healthcare Act Information

SSV MEDICINE MAGAZINE

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In The News

 

Take Action: Urge your legislators to stop the proposed cuts to Medi-Cal that decrease access to care

 

In historic action, CA Democratic and Republican parties urge voters to support Protect Access to Care Initiative

 

DWC to address ongoing e-filer errors

 

Blue Shield to significantly cut reimbursement of E/M services billed with modifier 25 and will no longer pay consult codes

 

Medicare trustees warn of access threat, CMA urges H.R. 2474 passage

 

HHS finalizes rule expanding access to care for Dreamers

 

Medi-Cal Rx implements utilization management criteria for Code 1 diagnosis restricted drugs

 

New health care worker minimum wage takes effect June 1; IPAs and small physician practices exempt

 

Office of Health Care Affordability sets spending growth target



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UPCOMING CMA/SSVMS WEBINARS AND EVENTS

 

June 11, 2024

Virtual Grand Rounds: Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services in California - A New Landscape

 

July 11-12, 2024

2024 Health Equity Leadership Summit

 

August 8, 2024

Medical Group Advocacy Symposium

 

August 27, 2024

Prescription for Success - Why Physicians Need Attorneys

 

September 12, 2024

Planning for the Future: A Legacy Planning Approach for Your Whole Family

Presented by Crumley and Associates

 

September 28, 2024

8th Annual Joy of Medicine Summit

 

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2024 FENTANYL AWARENESS AND ACTION SUMMIT IS AUGUST 15

 

Please register in advance for this free Summit at Sacramento State University!

I Want to End the Epidemic!

MUSEUM OF MEDICAL HISTORY HAS EXTENDED SUMMER HOURS

 

Museum to be open on second Saturdays from May through August.

Visit the Museum!

GET MORE INVOLVED WITH CMA!

 

Nominations and applications for CMA's 2024-2025 Councils and Committees are due by Monday, June 17.

I Want to Shape CMA!

WELCOME OUR NEW SSVMS MEMBERS!

 

Check out SSV Med for the list of new SSVMS members and welcome them warmly when you meet them!

I Want to See Who's New!

The 8th Annual Joy of Medicine Summit is September 28!

 

The Joy of Medicine Summit is back for the 8th time and it's going to be at the Sequoia at the Cannery in Sacramento this year!

 

Register today and enjoy a full breakfast on us, as well as onsite massage therapists and raffle prizes.

I Want to Register Now!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY OF THE MONTH

2024 Fentanyl Awareness and Action Summit

 

The Fentanyl Awareness and Action Summit is returning to Sacramento State on August 15! Onsite volunteers are critical to making sure the event is as impactful as it can be.

 

Contact Amber at aarif@ssvms.org to volunteer!

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I Want to Register!

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