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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 - 2022 - Volume 11 - Issue 07



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MEDICAL

SOCIETY NEWS

 

STAY CURRENT WITH IMPORTANT

MEMBER-ONLY NEWS AND INFORMATION.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SSVMS/CMA MEMBERSHIP

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Health and Safety for All

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Public health and preventative care necessitate we encourage policies based on science and truth in a manner consistent with quality care. We need policies that allow the physician and the patient to make the call on what care is appropriate without third-party interference. For example, the US Supreme Court's recent Dobbs ruling inserts state governments in the relationship between us and our patients, thus affecting the health and safety of all. 

 

In the July/August edition of SSV Medicine magazine, Megan Babb, DO says, “As a physician, I swore an oath to remain objective in the pursuit of an individual’s right to health. Since we all have taken that oath, doesn’t the physician collective as a whole have a responsibility to set aside personal opinions and stand openly in opposition to policies – and the individuals in power supporting them for that matter – that we know cause irreparable harm?”

 

Effectively advocating for preserving our private conversations, relationships, and recommended care with patients requires a physician’s touch – we don’t simply treat the symptoms but the causes by taking back the narratives. We need to get in front of policy-makers, in front of the media, in front of the community, and in front of individuals to make these changes. Be accurate, be concise, be respectful, be a resource.

 

Dr. Babb says we’ve been left out of these discussions. She’s right. Let’s fix that.

 

As soon as you can, contact your local representatives – introduce yourself as a constituent and make yourself a resource on health matters.

 

Paul D. Reynolds, MD

SSVMS President

 

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READ THE JULY/AUGUST ISSUE OF SIERRA SACRAMENTO VALLEY MEDICINE

UPCOMING EVENTS & CMEs

See what's happening at SSVMS.

SB 250 (PAN) ON PRIOR AUTHORIZATIONS ADVANCES

CMA-sponsored bill passes out of the Assembly Health Committee and to the Assembly Appropriations Committee.

INTERESTED IN HEALTH POLICY?

Nominations are open for active members interested in CMA's House of Delegates (HOD). Members are responsible for participating in the Year-Round Quarterly Resolution Process and representing their colleagues at the HOD. Click here to learn more.

 

Send nominations to cstincelli@ssvms.org.

KIDSVAXGRANT APPLICATION EXTENDED

Application deadline extended to July 15, 2022 (or until all funds are disbursed).

MAKE ADOPTING BHI EASIER

Selected practices will participate (at no cost) in this 12 month, primarily virtual curriculum on how to effectively implement Behavioral Health Integration. 

 

Deadline: August 5

OPTIMIZED CURES SYSTEM

Read the announcement here.

 

New CURES users can register here.

 

Existing users do not need to reregister.

SHARE A LOVE FOR THE HISTORY OF MEDICINE?

Contact smello@ssvms.org to be a docent at the Museum of Medical History.

 

This opportunity is perfect for recently retired physicians interested in sharing their expertise with the community.

In The News

 

DHCS urges physicians to hold vaccine administration claims for small children

 

Assembly Health Committee advances CMA-sponsored prior auth bill

 

Governor Newsom advocates for California physician loan forgiveness

 

CMA-sponsored excise tax on e-cigarettes takes effect July 1

 

CMA president issues statement in response to U.S. Supreme Court reversal of Roe v. Wade

 

CDPH substantially expands definition of “close contact”

 

Bipartisan agreement reached in U.S. Senate on gun reforms

 

CDI tells insurance companies to immediately stop unlawful STI screening limits

 

Cigna to require medical records for all modifier 25 claims

 

CMA calls for immediate action to address epidemic of gun violence

 

CMA endorses AMA principles for sustainable Medicare payment reform

 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to transition to three-digit number

 

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Welcome, Michele Onatanian!

Physician Relations Manager

 

Michele has joined the SSVMS team as our new Physician Relations Manager.

 

Michele’s here for you! In addition to meeting with you and responding to your requests for assistance, she’ll ensure you get the most out of your membership.

 

Contact Michele at 916.452.2671 or monatanian@ssvms.org.

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