SSV Medical Society News - 2021 - Volume 10 - Issue 01 COVID-19 Resources, Update on Vaccines, Upcoming Events, Latest News, and more. Medical Society News The deadline to renew 2021 dues was January 1. Don’t let your membership lapse – renew today! Renewing members and new members joining in January are eligible for a box of PPE worth nearly $5,000. Contact dbrooks@ssvms.org to reserve your PPE today. Renew SSVMS/CMA membership here. Not a member? Join now. January 2021 Greetings! The Sacramento region is currently in Phase 1A of California’s three-phased COVID-19 vaccination plan. All physicians and office staff with exposure risk of COVID-19 will be vaccinated as part of this first phase. If you are a member of a large, integrated group, confirm vaccination schedules with your medical group and/or affiliated medical staff office. SSVMS is working with Sacramento and surrounding counties to facilitate the vaccination of independent practice physicians and staff at risk for COVID-19 exposure. Please take our brief survey so that we can determine the number of vaccines needed, and we can communicate when and how to schedule an appointment to receive your vaccine. In addition to SSVMS Medical Society News, the following resources provide up-to-date information on COVID-19. SSVMS Resource Page CMA Resource Page CDC Resource Page Sacramento County Resource Page El Dorado County Resource Page Yolo County Resource Page Have a question or can’t find what you’re looking for? SSVMS/CMA members can contact Dana Brooks at dbrooks@ssvms.org. #ThisIsOurShot Share Your COVID-19 Vaccine Photos Photos of physicians receiving their COVID-19 vaccines are an important psychological boost in the fight against this deadly disease. Share your photos with SSVMS and we will boost them on our social media channels. Be sure to post on your own pages as well with the hashtag -#ThisIsOurShot! Megan Babb, DO #ThisIsOurShot Find us on Social Media CalHealthCares’ Loan Repayment Application Cycle Starts January 18 CMA’s Physicians for a Healthy California administers the CalHealthCares program, which to date has provided millions of dollars in medical school loan repayment to physicians who provide care to Medi-Cal patients. Eligible physicians can apply for up to $300,000 in loan repayment. To learn more visit www.calhealthcares.org or register for an informational webinar on January 7th. SSVMS Events REGISTER TODAY! Virtual Physician Lounge Meetups Virtual Physician Lounge Meetups occur every fourth Tuesday of the month. These small group discussions are facilitated and will focus on a themed topic while providing a place to connect with colleagues. Open to no more than 15 physicians per session. March Theme: From Dealing to Healing; Addressing Burnout in the Time/Aftermath of COVID March 23, 2021 | 6:30pm-7:30pm April Theme: From Dealing to Healing; Creating Space for Grief and Gratitude April 27, 2021 | 6:30pm-7:30pm May Theme: From Dealing to Healing; Substituting Strain For Sanctuary: Replenishing Our Relationships Post-COVID May 25, 2021 | 6:30pm-7:30pm June Theme: From Dealing to Healing; Raising Kids in the COVID Era: Pandemic Parenting Playbook June 22, 2021 | 6:30pm-7:30pm SSVMS/SSVMSA Blood Drive The Sacramento region is facing a blood supply shortage as many local blood drives have been cancelled due to COVID-19. The Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society, Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society Alliance, and Vitalant are joining forces to help meet the need for donations. To comply with social distancing, donors are asked to schedule an appointment. All donors are required to wear face coverings. Wednesday, January 20, 2021 9:30am - 2:00pm SSVMS Office 5380 Elvas Avenue Sacramento, CA 95819 REGISTER HERE CMA Webinars Webinar: Evaluation and Management Coding Changes 2021 January 12, 2021 | 12:15-1:15pm Webinar: Telehealth Series for Small and Medium Sized Practices: (Pt. 9) Telehealth 2021 Overview January 14, 2021 | 12:15-1:15pm Virtual Grand Rounds: COVID-19 Winter Surge & Vaccine Rollout - Is Hope on the Horizon? CME Credit Available January 19, 2021 | 12:00-1:30am Webinar: New Laws in 2021 Affecting Physicians and their Practices January 27, 2021 | 12:15-1:15pm GME Webinar Series: Expand or Create New Residency Programs? January 28, 2021 | 12:15-1:15pm Webinar: CMS Medicare Updates 2021 February, 2021 | 12:15-1:15pm REGISTER HERE FOR CMA WEBINARS CME Opportunity! Missed any of the live sessions? Select presentations are available on-demand and are CME accredited. You can find presentation videos and instructions for obtaining CME here. *Advertisement In the News Significant New California Laws of Interest to Physicians for 2021 AB 149 - New Requirements for Controlled Substances Prescription Forms DHCS claims for COVID-19 vaccine administration can be submitted, but will not be paid until system updates are made Physician Practices affected by COVID-19 pandemic can apply for small business grants – deadline January 13, 2021 CMA year-end federal legislative summary - $3 billion in additional funding to the COVID Provider Relief Fund, $284 billion for physician employers, 1,000 new GME programs, Medicare cuts stopped and more Cal/OSHA emergency COVID-19 safety standards applicability to physician practices Important tax info for physicians receiving Provider Relief Fund payments Last day to change your Medicare participation status for 2021 is January 31 Preparing for the 2021 E/M coding changes Joy of Medicine Corner The Royal Family Doctor By: John Chuck, MD, Chair SSVMS Joy of Medicine Advisory Committee You have heard it said that “laughter is the best medicine.” Indeed, most of us have experienced the pure joy associated with a good belly laugh. Laughter is often just what we need to snap us out of a foul mood or distract us from worry. It is also one of the best weapons we have to fight disease. Read More >> JoyofMedicine.org Click here to make a tax-deductible donation to support physician well-being! Sierra Sacramento Valley Medicine Read the January/February issue of the Sierra Sacramento Valley Medicine 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. #MaskUp | #Joy of Medicine | #SPIRITHeals January 12, 2021 2021 - Volume 10 2021 - Volume 10, Issue 01, SSV Medical Society News 0 0 Comment Read More »