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Mayor Bowser Signs Ban on Flavored Tobacco ProductsJuly 22, 2021
The MSDC supported bill prohibits the sale of menthol cigarettes and flavored smoking devices.
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CMS Releases 2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (Updated)July 14, 2021
CMS's fee schedule shows a reduced conversion factor due to the expiration of last year's increase.
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MSDC Board Member Matthew Lecuyer Named Chair of AMA YPSJuly 6, 2021
Dr. Lecuyer's election adds his name to the list of MSDC members who have taken leadership positions within the AMA.
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Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Healthcare Associations' Position on Eviction BanJune 30, 2021
MSDC joined the AMA, AAP, and other healthcare associations in an amicus brief arguing against an abrupt end to the federal moratorium on evictions.
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DC Council Votes to Ban Flavored Tobacco Products
June 30, 2021
The MSDC supported bill prohibits the sale of menthol cigarettes and flavored smoking devices.
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Council Passes 1st Reading of Flavored E-Cigarette Ban
June 16, 2021
Legislation would prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco products, which have been used to addict youth to cigarettes.
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MSDC Calls for Fee Reduction, Wellbeing Resources in District BudgetJune 14, 2021
Dr. Emanuel thanked the District for proposed HPLRP funding and suggested ways to support physicians within the budget.
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DC Health Opens New Healthcare Loan Reimbursement Application CycleJune 9, 2021
The Health Professionals Loan Repayment Program is looking for OB/GYNs and psychiatrists to practice in Wards 7 and 8
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MSDC, Medical Community Letter Asks for Regional Expedited LicensureJune 8, 2021
MSDC and other healthcare entities asked DC Health to make it easier to license local providers in good standing in Maryland and Virginia.
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DC Lifts General Mask MandateMay 18, 2021
The city still requires unvaccinated to mask, as well as allows businesses and healthcare facilities to require masks.
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