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Study: Expanded Patient Record Access Leads to More EHR Inbox MessagesOctober 26, 2021
Implementing the CURES Act patient records requirement saw a sharp increase in messaging at one medical system, according to a new study.
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CDC Study Shows 1 in 5 Adults Sought Mental Health Treatment in 2020October 21, 2021
There was a slight increase in adults seeking mental health treatment from 2019-2020, with women much more likely to seek treatment.
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Yes, You've Noticed Correctly - Your EHR Inbox Has Gotten FullerOctober 15, 2021
A study in JAMA Open Source reveals time spent on EHR increased during the pandemic even with a decreased in-person patient volume.
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Council Debates Healthcare Licenses, MCOs, and Vaccine MandatesOctober 5, 2021
The DC Council discussed a number of pandemic and health issues in its first meeting after summer recess.
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AMA Study Shows Lack of Health Insurance Competition in U.S.September 29, 2021
DC actually has one of the most competitive state-level marketplaces, which speaks to the lack of competition at every level.
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MSDC Recognizes National Physician Suicide Awareness DaySeptember 17, 2021
The Medical Society of the District of Columbia is committed to raising awareness of the physician suicide epidemic.
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MSDC email to members on the COVID vaccine requirements and CMESeptember 7, 2021
MSDC has created a guide to help members sift through the changing COVID requirements for healthcare licensees.
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Mayor Bowser Issues Emergency Order Addressing MedStar's MCO StatusSeptember 3, 2021
MSDC joins letter with DC Hospital Association, DC Primary Care Association, DC Behavioral Health Association, and DC Health Care Association urging Council and Mayor to create long-term solution.
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MSDC Announces 2022 Leadership SlateSeptember 2, 2021
The slate includes five at-large Board members, two AMA delegation members, and the president-elect.
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DC Issues New Requirement on Vaccines for Healthcare WorkersAugust 16, 2021
The new order essentially means you must be vaccinated against COVID-19 if you want to practice medicine in the District.
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