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DC Ends Public Health Emergency - Now What?

July 27, 2021

Licensure waivers will be ending soon as the Mayor transitions some governance back to regular order.

DC Releases Post-COVID Healthcare Report

July 26, 2021

The report - dated May 2021 - outlines recommendations to improve the healthcare sector based on the public health emergency.

Mayor Bowser Signs Ban on Flavored Tobacco Products

July 22, 2021

The MSDC supported bill prohibits the sale of menthol cigarettes and flavored smoking devices.

Hopping, Steven

July 22, 2021

Member Spotlight: Meet Steven Hopping, a plastic and cosmetic surgeon who is dedicated to helping underserved patients around the globe.

DISB Issues Guidance on Ending Prohibition of Insurance Cancellations

July 21, 2021

The guidance will impact patients who have delayed paying insurance premiums and will now need to create repayment plans.

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.

MSDC Board Member Matthew Lecuyer Named Chair of AMA YPS

July 6, 2021

Dr. Lecuyer's election adds his name to the list of MSDC members who have taken leadership positions within the AMA.

Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Healthcare Associations' Position on Eviction Ban

June 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.

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.

PAI: Only 30% of Physicians Nationwide Practice Independently

June 29, 2021

The COVID pandemic accelerated the trend of physicians and physician practices being acquired by hospitals and corporate entities.

MSDC Board Approves Proceeding With New Membership Model

June 29, 2021

The MSDC Board approved the beginning of a years-long process to modernize MSDC's membership structure.

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Advocacy curriculum: How to advocate for medicine in (local) DC

June 26, 2021

How can you get more involved in MSDC's advocacy efforts? We have a few ideas!

Follow MSDC's Women in Medicine Section on Social Media

June 24, 2021

MSDC's Women in Medicine Section is launching a social media series to support and promote women in medicine.

Leighton, Nicolas

June 23, 2021

Member Spotlight: Meet Nicolas Leighton, a medical student at GW SMHS who is serving the health needs of the community in myriad ways.

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.

MSDC Calls for Fee Reduction, Wellbeing Resources in District Budget

June 14, 2021

Dr. Emanuel thanked the District for proposed HPLRP funding and suggested ways to support physicians within the budget.

DC Health Opens New Healthcare Loan Reimbursement Application Cycle

June 9, 2021

The Health Professionals Loan Repayment Program is looking for OB/GYNs and psychiatrists to practice in Wards 7 and 8

Lecuyer, Matthew

June 9, 2021

Member Spotlight: Meet Dr. Matthew Lecuyer, a bright young pediatrician and MSDC board member.

MSDC, Medical Community Letter Asks for Regional Expedited Licensure

June 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.

What DC Physicians Need to Know About the Mayor's Budget

June 3, 2021

The Mayor's budget includes a few interesting items for DC physicians.