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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.

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SSV Medical Society News - 2024 - Volume 13 - Issue 08

 

MEDICAL

SOCIETY NEWS

 

STAY CURRENT WITH IMPORTANT

MEMBER-ONLY NEWS AND INFORMATION

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Working Together on Prop 35

As the Election Cycle intensifies, the focus may often be on presidential candidates, but it's crucial not to overlook significant down-ticket measures like Prop 35 – the Protect Access to Health Care Act. SSVMS and CMA strongly support Prop 35, and we need your help to ensure its success!

 

Remember, the state has repeatedly redirected more than $20 billion in health care funding to non-health care purposes. Prop 35 will secure the ongoing revenue by extending an existing tax on health insurance companies — without raising taxes on individuals — and dedicates these funds to protect and expand access to care for all Californians. And it will prevent the state from redirecting these revenues for non-health care purposes.

 

Here’s how you can easily support Prop 35:

  • Share Your Story – Record a brief video or write about why Prop 35 is important to you.
  • Spread the Word – Use provided graphics and language on your social media platforms with the hashtag #YESon35.
  • Update Your Profile – Update your profile and cover photos with Prop 35 graphics.
  • Email a Friend – Send a prewritten email explaining why you’re voting YES on Prop 35.
  • Join the Coalition – Sign up as a supporter of Prop 35 to help amplify our message.

 

These actions are quick, simple, and cost nothing, yet they make a significant impact.

 

Finally, please ensure that you’re registered to vote! You can register online at https://registertovote.ca.gov/.

 

Thank you! 

 

Vanessa Walker, DO

SSVMS President

SSV MEDICINE MAGAZINE

FEATURED ARTICLE

When All You Can Do Is Say Nothing At All

By Natalie Pearlman, MS IV

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In The News

 

Physicians facing Medicare payment cut for 5th straight year under proposed 2025 fee schedule

 

Prop 35 campaign unveils new Action Center; physicians encouraged to take action now

 

CMA backs DEA’s proposal to further research medical benefits and limitations of cannabis

 

Physicians may be subject to penalties for information-blocking violations, effective July 31

 

CMA Advocacy Win: Aetna to exclude California from emergency services review policy

 

New application cycle for CalMedForce GME grant program opens Jul. 30

 

Having trouble getting paid for outstanding COVID-19 services?

 

Physicians who have not received 2024 Advanced APM incentive payments must verify info with CMS by Sept. 1

 

DHCS issues guidance on implementation of 2024 Medi-Cal provider rate increases 

 

2023 MIPS preview scores are now available  

 

U.S. Supreme Court dismisses EMTALA case – sending the issue back to lower courts 

 

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UPCOMING CMA/SSVMS WEBINARS AND EVENTS

 

August 15, 2024

SSVMS Museum of Medical History Lecture Series: The Origin of the American Medicine Show

 

August 20, 2024

Virtual Grand Rounds: Rising Valley Fever in California - Understanding Coccidiomycosis

 

August 27, 2024

Webinar - Prescription for Success - Why Physicians Need Attorneys

 

September 10, 2024

Virtual Grand Rounds: California's Surgeon General on Strong Start and Beyond

 

September 28, 2024

8th Annual Joy of Medicine Summit

 

October 9, 2024

Resident Dinner - Shaping Your Future: A Social for Residents and Fellows

 

December 5, 2024

SSVMS Winter Social

 

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WELCOME YOUR NEW SSVMS COLLEAGUES

Members are joining SSVMS all the time - see who's joined recently!

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The 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.

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Interested in Joining the SSVMS Delegation to the CMA House of Delegates? 

 

The Nominating Committee is currently seeking Active members who are interested in shaping health policy by becoming a member of the SSVMS Delegation to the California Medical Association (CMA) House of Delegates. Members of the Delegation are responsible for representing their colleagues at the CMA House of Delegates and actively participating in quarterly Delegation caucus meetings.  In 2024, the House of Delegates will meet in Sacramento October 26-27 at the Safe Credit Union Convention Center. For more information contact: Chris Stincelli, Associate Director, at cstincelli@ssvms.org

 

Call for Awards Nominations  

 

The SSVMS Scholarship & Awards Committee is seeking nominations for the Society’s most prestigious awards to be presented to the recipients at the SSVMS Honors Medicine annual meeting in February 2025. Please use this link to complete the nomination form for The Golden Stethoscope Award, The Community Impact Award, or Excellence in Advocacy.  For more information contact:  Chris Stincelli, Associate Director, at cstincelli@ssvms.org

 

I Have a Nomination!

The Next Installment of the Medical History Lecture Series Is Here!

 

The Origin of the American Medicine Show explores the evolution of patent medicine shows from their English origins to their growth in the US, highlighting their clever marketing and entertaining performances that captivated audiences before the advent of radio and film.

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