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MSDC Board Member Testifies For Free Prostate Cancer ScreeningsSeptember 28, 2023
Dr. Winston shows how a physician can influence a healthcare issue for the better by testifying before a Council committee.
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Committee on Health Passes Prior Auth Reform BillSeptember 26, 2023
Today marks a major step in passing DC's first bill to completely regulate the prior auth process within the District.
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Report: DC MCO Had 20% Prior Auth Denial RateSeptember 7, 2023
A report using 2019 data showed that DC MCOs had high prior auth denial rates but DC lacked enforcement or review.
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Nominating Committee Releases 2023-2024 Board SlateAugust 28, 2023
Meet the new MSDC Board nominees and vote for the slate today!
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Today is National Financial Awareness DayAugust 14, 2023
August 14 is National Financial Awareness Day, and here’s how you as a physician can boost your financial awareness and wellness.
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Changes in School Immunization Requirements for School Year 2023-24July 18, 2023
DC Health has updated the definition of compliance with the school immunization requirement for the 2023-24 school year. This change is meant to simplify and streamline enforcement of this requirement.
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Learn About Our New Strategic Vision
July 12, 2023
MSDC just approved a new strategic plan and vision. What does this mean for you and your practice?
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DHCF Ends X-Waiver Requirement to Prescribe SUD MedicationsJuly 5, 2023
The emergency regs aligns DC policy with federal policy to make it easier to prescribe SUD treatment like buprenorphine and naloxone.
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MSDC Board Approves New Strategic Plan, Diversity Statement, and Member Model
June 27, 2023
The MSDC Board made key strategic decisions to ensure the Society's sustainability for years to come.
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MSDC Submits Comments on Pharmacist Prescribing Proposed RegsJune 25, 2023
MSDC responded to proposed regulations with questions on scope of practice and other avenues to meet the common goals of more widely available birth control.
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