SSV Medical Society News - 2023 - Volume 12 - Issue 11 Upcoming Events, Latest News, and More MEDICAL SOCIETY NEWS STAY CURRENT WITH IMPORTANT MEMBER-ONLY NEWS AND INFORMATION THANK YOU FOR YOUR SSVMS/CMA MEMBERSHIP PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Season of Joy Thank you to those who attended the 7th Annual Joy of Medicine Summit! It was a great morning to broaden our horizons on recapturing the joy of practicing medicine for ourselves and our colleagues. Several speakers shared their experiences and research – view their presentations by clicking on their names. Andrew Smith, PhD highlighted techniques of identifying agitation early to prevent it from growing, such as reflective listening. Elizabeth Morrison, PhD reflected on how quickly the narrative changed during the pandemic and how we can use a sense of awe to put things into perspective. Finally, John Chuck, MD reminded us that, as demands of physicians and burnout increase, we have to advocate for ourselves because no one else will. Remember to take advantage of your six free counseling sessions through the Joy of Medicine and to support us on Giving Tuesday so programs like this can continue! Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving! J. Bianca Roberts, MD SSVMS President Give Joy for Giving Tuesday SSV MEDICINE MAGAZINE FEATURED ARTICLE The Glass Prison By Caroline Giroux, MD Read SSV Medicine In The News PHC medical student grant application cycle now open Governor signs bill to raise wages of health care workers Governor vetoes bill on public disclosure of sensitive financial data IDR portal reopened for new single disputes, batched disputes remain suspended DHCS system issue caused erroneous denials of four COVID-19 vaccine admin codes CMA publishes guide to help physicians navigate Covered California changes in 2024 Certain licensing documents must be submitted online starting January 1, 2024 Is your hospital hesitant to sign your PSLF application form? Medicare pricing of new COVID vaccines and administration codes now available Physicians facing MIPS penalties for first time in program history Medi-Cal establishes payment rate for four preventive service codes Health Net Federal Services decreases TRICARE reimbursement for targeted physicians See More UPCOMING CMA/SSVMS WEBINARS AND EVENTS November 14, 2023 Virtual Grand Rounds: A Surge in Silicosis - Not Just Miner's Lung December 7, 2023 SSVMS 2023 Winter Social See More YOLO COUNTY UPDATES ON MASKING AND VACCINATION FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS The Yolo County Health Officer provides guidance regarding the prevention of respiratory virus disease among patients, visitors, and staff. See that update here. There's also an order for healthcare workers in Yolo County to receive flu vaccination. See that order here. FUTURE OF MEDICINE APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN Local high school juniors and seniors are invited to apply for the 2024 White Coat Week and/or 2024 Summer Program! Further information and application here! WELCOME TO SSVMS! Join us in welcoming our newest SSVMS members! See them all by clicking here! Donate by Friday, November 10 to be listed in the Holiday Sharing Card! 2023 Holiday Sharing Card SSVMS is continuing the long-time tradition of the former SSVMS Alliance by offering the annual Holiday Sharing Card as an opportunity to contribute to the SSVMS Medical Student Scholarship Fund through the Society’s Community Service, Education and Research Fund (CSERF), a 501(c)(3) organization. Your generosity will be acknowledged on this year’s Holiday Sharing Card and the SSVMS annual report. Support Medical Students NEW WIDE RANGE OF INSURANCE OPTIONS NOW AVAILABLE THANKS TO CMA/SSVMS PARTNERSHIP WITH LOCKTON AFFINITY The California Medical Association and Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society have partnered with Lockton Affinity to administer the CMA Insurance Program. Whether you operate independently or as part of a group practice, are beginning your career or considering retirement, this program offers key benefits to help protect you through all stages as a medical provider. Lockton provides all the coverage SSVMS members need, from Medical Malpractice to Small Group Health Plans to Workers’ Compensation and beyond. Review your options with Lockton HERE. *PAID ADVERTISEMENT Medical Society News Sponsored By The Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society is dedicated to bringing together physicians from all modes of practice to promote the art and science of quality medical care and to enhance the physical and mental health of our entire community. #JoyOfMedicine | #SPIRITHeals #HonoringWishes | #SSVMSFutureOfMed November 5, 2023 2023 - Volume 12 0 0 Comment Read More »