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Join the MSDC Prior Auth Sign-On LetterMay 9, 2023
Thank the Committee on Health for holding a hearing and encourage them to have a quick mark-up.
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MSDC President Gives Advice to Council on Post-Pandemic Health IssuesMay 5, 2023
Dr. Bathgate listed for the Committee on Health a number of issues to take note of as the public health emergency winds down.
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Copay Accumulator Bill Passes DC CouncilMay 2, 2023
The bill is one of the physician community's top priorities.
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Survey: Nurse Shortage Shows No Signs of EasingMay 2, 2023
Even "post-pandemic", the nation's nurses say they want change. This will impact your medical practice.
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Five easy ways in May to reduce prior auths in DCApril 26, 2023
Take one or more of these five steps in May to reduce the prior auth burden you and your patients are facing.
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AMA Letter Endorses DC Prior Auth BillApril 20, 2023
AMA sent a outlining why B25-124 is important to pass this year.
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Novitas Smart Edits - Coming SoonApril 10, 2023
Announced from CMS contractor Novitas
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Prior Auth Reforms for Medicare Advantage, Work to Be Done With Private InsurersApril 6, 2023
CMS rule changes for Medicare Advantage will help physicians and patients with more manageable prior auth requirements.
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Copay Accumulator Bill Passes First Council Reading
April 4, 2023
Unanimous vote indicates bill will pass Council by early May.
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The Granite Anniversary of Doctors’ Day Symbolizes Physician Strength and BrillianceMarch 30, 2023
MSDC President Dr. Susanne Bathgate has a special message for the DC physician community and our patients.
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