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What DC Physicians Need to Know About J&J Vaccine Pause

April 13, 2021

Below are some details you need to know about the J&J pause, with updates made as they happen.

AMA: Insurers Imposed Prior Auth Despite Pandemic

April 7, 2021

Despite the world going into triage mode in 2020, an AMA survey found insurance companies still required prior authorization as normal.

DC Opens Up COVID Vaccine Sites and Eligibility

April 6, 2021

To boost local vaccination rates, the District is opening another mass vaccination site and accelerating eligibility timelines.

AMA Policy Paper Shows Hike in Medical Liability Premiums

March 31, 2021

Rate increases could indicate a hard market for medical liability insurance, which is especially troubling post-COVID-19.

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MSDC Advocacy Chair Testifies on Minor Consent Bill

March 29, 2021

Dr. Klint Peebles spoke on legislation allowing minors to consent to HIV/AIDS treatment without parental consent if they meet legal guidelines.

MSDC President Testifies at DC Health Oversight Hearing

March 19, 2021

Dr. Emanuel emphasized the importance of DMV licensure policies, supporting physician wellbeing programs, and fully funding HPLRP

CDC: Get Your Vaccine, Hug Your Grandkids

March 9, 2021

For the first time, the CDC lays out allowances for fully vaccinated people to resume pre-2020 activities.

DC Launches New COVID Vaccine Website

March 8, 2021

DC's new system allows pre-registration followed by offering appointments as they become available.

MSDC to Mayor: Thank You for Gun Violence Public Health Crisis Declaration

March 4, 2021

MSDC thanked the mayor for declaring gun violence a crisis and asked for more physician input in the solutions.

MSDC President Testifies at DHCF Oversight Hearing

March 4, 2021

Dr. Emanuel advocated for better support and reimbursement for physicians as well as funding postpartum care for 12 months.

DC Modifies Healthcare Workplace Quarantine Requirements

March 3, 2021

The widespread vaccination of healthcare workers means healthcare locations do not necessarily need to isolate staff exposed to COVID.

DC Racial Equity Office Issues Vaccine Recommendations

March 3, 2021

The report examines why the number of Black and Hispanic residents vaccinated is so low and what can be done to address this.

PDMP to Physicians: Mandatory Requirements Coming Online

March 3, 2021

Reporting requirements are coming for physicians registered in the PDMP.

Physicians Seeing Increased Cancer False Positives Due to Vaccine Side-Effect

March 2, 2021

Physicians need to be aware patients may have scans that show enlarged lymph nodes that are a natural reaction to the vaccine.

FDA Finds Janssen COVID Vaccine Safe for Use

February 24, 2021

The J&J vaccine could widen the number of people quickly vaccinated from COVID-19.

MSDC Board of Directors Discusses Equitable Pay in Medicine, Unconscious Bias

February 23, 2021

The Board reviewed recommendations and reports on key initiatives including health equity in the medical profession.

DC To Offer Vaccines to Residents With Pre-Existing Conditions In March

February 18, 2021

DC moved to the next tier today, and will greatly expand vaccine availability in the coming weeks.

Mayor Declares Gun Violence a Public Health Emergency

February 17, 2021

Mayor Bowser announced new initiatives to combat gun violence in the District.

CDC - Vaccinated People Can Avoid Quarantine After COVID Exposure

February 11, 2021

CDC's new guidance allows healthcare facilities to ease staff burdens and reflects vaccine effectiveness.

CDC - Double Masking and Tight Masks Dramatically Reduces COVID Spread

February 10, 2021

New CDC research seems to encourage people to be more conscientious in how they wear masks, not just if they do.