Practice Management
Practice and Administrative Assistance
MSDC supports physicians professionally and personally by providing resources to improve their practice and meet individual needs. Through its Corporate Partner program, MSDC provides member-only discounts and benefits that cover a range of products and services designed to support your medical practice or hospital and support their professional and personal well-being.
In addition, MSDC offers one-on-one assistance with administrative hassles such as navigating DC Health, licensure or payer disputes.
SPECIAL MEMBER BENEFIT
BULK PPE PURCHASING PROGRAM
MSDC is pleased to offer members affordable, timely delivery of much-needed PPE, through its partnership with Action PPE. Prices have recently been reduced and MSDC Members receive an ADDITIONAL cost reduction (with discount code
from MSDC)
FOR PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SUPPORT, MEET OUR CORPORATE PARTNERS
VIDA Fitness, the Health and Wellness Partner for MSDC's Healthy Physician Program, is working to continuously improve the health and wellness of our healthcare professionals and their patients. We believe that exercise and nutrition are critical components of the health care continuum along with a restful night’s sleep. VIDA Fitness provides each new client with a personalized onboarding service to set realistic goals and identify potential roadblocks. We have worked with our Medical Advisory Board to create a referral pathway for physicians and medical providers to help their patients make long-term lifestyle changes. One example is the Evolve Wellness Program, which is our approach to comprehensive wellness.
Evolve is an insurance eligible, results driven program available virtually or in person. Each participant receives an initial assessment, personalized attention, and group socialization throughout the 12-week program. VIDA’s board-certified registered dietitians lead each session and participants have unlimited access to our exercise facilities and group fitness classes. Click here for a full program overview. Most CareFirst members pay nothing out-of-pocket. Non-CareFirst members may use Health Savings or Flex Spending Account (HSA/FSA) funds for the program.
For more information, visit vidafitness.com/ or contact:
Director of Operations
Office: (202) 939-2566
aaron@vidafitness.com
PHYSICIANS COMMITTEE FOR RESPONSIBLE MEDICINE
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
is leading a revolution in medicine—putting a new focus on health and compassion. The Physicians Committee combines the clout and expertise of more than 12,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United
States and around the world.
Our efforts are dramatically changing the way doctors treat chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and cancer. By putting prevention over pills, doctors are empowering their patients to take
control of their own health.
Through initiatives such as our annual International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine,
Continuing Medical Education in nutrition, and Nutrition Guide for Clinicians resource,
we are actively engaging with physicians and medical students to provide a better understanding and application of nutrition in medicine.
And we are also building a new way of viewing research. Since 1985, the Physicians Committee has been
working tirelessly for alternatives to the use of animals in medical education and research and advocating for more effective scientific methods.
Our staff of physicians, dietitians, and scientists is working with policymakers, industry,
the medical community, the media, and the public to create a better future for people and animals. Learn more at www.pcrm.org.
Pfizer
The Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group is made up of more than 1,600 doctors responsible for providing exceptional medical care to Kaiser Permanente members. We are the largest integrated, multi-specialty medical group in the Mid-Atlantic. Owned and led by our physicians, our medical group has a unique relationship with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan. We choose to work exclusively with one insurance company instead of many, and the insurance arm of Kaiser Foundation Health Plan contracts only with us. Mid-Atlantic Permanente and Kaiser Foundation Health Plan serve the community as Kaiser Permanente. Mid-Atlantic Permanente provides care in more than 50 specialties at more than 40 medical centers, facilities, and hospitals in Washington D.C., Northern Virginia, and Baltimore.DISTRICT COMMUNITY CARE
District Community Care, a subsidiary
of Centene Corporation, has a commitment to improving the health of the community one individual at a time through affordable and reliable health care plans. We do this through our focus on the individual, whole health and local involvement.
Focus on individuals. We believe treating people with kindness, respect and dignity empowers healthy decisions and that healthier individuals create more vibrant families and communities.
Whole health.
We believe in treating the whole person, not just the physical body.
Active local involvement. We believe local partnerships enable meaningful, accessible healthcare.
Learn more at DistrictCC.com.
CRISP DC
CRISP DC is a regional Health Information Exchange (HIE) serving the District of Columbia. We are a non-profit organization advised by a wide range of stakeholders who are responsible for
health care throughout the region. Participating in a health information exchange offers a system-wide view of the care your patients receive across the District.
Our main goal is to is to deliver the right health information to the right
place at the right time —providing safer, timelier, efficient, effective, equitable, and more patient-centered care. We are committed to ensuring that District providers are securely sharing data to facilitate better patient care, reduce costs,
and improve overall health outcomes.
For more information on CRISP DC log onto dc.crisphealth.org
TRUIST
Our Medical Specialty Group provides a dedicated team with tailored solutions to meet the unique financial needs of physicians and their practices. Of particular interest today is Practice Strategic Alternatives.
Visit www.suntrust.com/medicalinsights.
Contact:
Michelle Hughes
Vice President - Client Advisor
Truist
202.879.6302
michelle.hughes@truist.com
Creating a future where disease is a thing of the past.
We are Janssen, the Pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson. We are focused on treating and preventing some of the most complex and devastating diseases of our time in oncology, immunology, neuroscience, infectious diseases & vaccines, cardiovascular & metabolism, and pulmonary hypertension. We pursue the most promising science, wherever it might be found. Learn more at www.janssen.com.
Contact:
Peter Orrok
Healthcare Policy & Advocacy, Strategic Customer Group
Health Care Systems, Inc.
267-733-3020 (Cell)
The Maryland Proton Treatment Center (MPTC) is the first center in the region to offer proton therapy – a highly advanced and precise form of radiation – to treat cancer. MPTC is also the most experienced proton center in the region. Our center has trained more than 200 medical professionals on the use of proton therapy, and has treated more than 2,500 patients.BABYSCRIPTS
Babyscripts’ three-tiered approach to virtual maternity care allows providers to deliver risk-specific care to pregnant mothers at any time, in any place. The first tier consists of a digital education layer delivered via a mobile app, with daily gestational-age and practice-specific, customizable content extending through one year postpartum. The second tier enables remote management of pregnant patients dependent on risk, including low-risk, hypertension, postpartum hypertension, gestational diabetes, mental health, and social determinants of health, alerting the provider through a trigger system to enable risk management and intervention. The third tier brings the insurer into the equation in a collaboration between care team and payer, solving some of the structural issues of care coordination and access to care, improving outcomes while reducing cost. For more information on the Babyscripts Virtual Maternity Care and to schedule a demo, click here. To access additional resources on best practices from Babyscripts, subscribe to our Virtual Care Resource Center and explore our webinar library.
ATLANTIC HEALTH PARTNERS
Atlantic Health Partners is MSDC's vaccine buying partner to support member immunization efforts. AHP offers most favorable vaccine prices, terms, and purchasing support.
www.atlantichealthpartners.com
MED CHI NETWORK SERVICES
Remaining independent is more difficult now than ever before. MedChi, the Maryland State Medical Society, created MedChi Network Services (MNS) to confront this challenge. MNS offers management services to improve practice revenue. The goal is to give physicians and their staff the tools they need to run a successful business, without the additional costs experienced by large groups and health systems.
We offer a full suite of practice services, including: revenue cycle management/billing; EHR selection, implementation, and optimization; marketing; compliance support; full-service practice management; and general consulting. We believe practices thrive when physicians are given clear and actionable data about their business and their patients.
MNS is Maryland’s largest state-designated Management Services Organization and a sub-recipient of the federal Regional Extension Center grant. We provide highly flexible and functional approaches to optimize the business side of your practice. We also helped form seven physician-led Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) through the Medicare Shared Savings Program. MNS provides complete operations and management services to three ACOs in Maryland.
Contact us to learn how we can provide credible, physician-centric resources to help your independent group thrive.
Tel: 888-507-6024
Fax:
888-507-6034
Email: info@medchiservices.org
MSDC is pleased to offer an association-sponsored 401k Multiple Employer Plan (MEP). This Group 401k/Profit Sharing Plan is a great way to potentially save money and time and
minimize risk on your plan by reducing administrative costs, administrative duties and fiduciary responsibilities. Generally, 401k / Profit Sharing plans are priced on the size of a plan, but with this MEP, MSDC was able to negotiate pricing
of a $15 Million plan for smaller $1-3 Million plans. Should you wish to learn more about how this plan can lower costs and streamline the administration of your practice’s 401k/Profit Sharing Plan, please contact our plan representative
Chris Burgos. 302.366.0366. Christopher.Burgos@dsfg.com.
DRFIRST
DrFirst, a pioneer in healthcare technology offers HIPAA-compliant telehealth and video conferencing as part of its award-winning care collaboration and secure messaging platform, Backline. MSDC Members receive a discounted rate on Backline.
Backline is quick to set up and easy to use by both physicians and patients. Initiate a video session without requiring a patient to download an app, complete a cumbersome registration process, or pay upfront before speaking with their physician. Physicians can use their PC or smartphone to engage with patients. Plus, Backline’s HIPAA security and extensive use cases make it a must-have even after the coronavirus crisis ends.