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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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 >>

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