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The Granite Anniversary of Doctors’ Day Symbolizes Physician Strength and Brilliance
MSDC President Dr. Susanne Bathgate has a special message for the DC physician community and our …
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DC Physicians Prior Auth Push Gets Response
Physician letter asking for a prior authorization reform hearing led to almost immediate results.
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Prior auth bill introduced but work left to be done
DC physicians need to be aware that prior authorization legislation can move quickly, and their voice …
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The Prior Authorization Reform Amendment Act of 2023 Introduced by DC Council
This is the second year prior auth supported by MSDC has been introduced, and the legislation has even …
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Join the physician letter asking for a prior auth hearing
Urge the Council to hold a hearing this year on prior authorization legislation.
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Annual Report Details a Busy and Successful 2022
The report details the Society's successes and activities in calendar year 2022, highlighting a busy …
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MSDC Concludes Another Successful Council Session
Summary of action in 2021-2022 showed MSDC was active on a variety of priorities.
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MSDC Announces 25th Council Period Advocacy Agenda
MSDC launches 25th Council advocacy agenda centered on four priorities.
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MSDC and DC Health Recognize a Strong and Enduring Partnership
MSDC held its September Board meeting at DC Health to hear from Interim Director Dr. Sharon Lewis on …
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We want your prior auth stories
Send MSDC your prior auth stories to help us pass the prior authorization reform bill.
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Over 120 Physicians Sign Letter Asking for Prior Auth Hearing
The letter asks the Chair to add the prior auth reform bill to the June 27 hearing agenda.
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MSDC and Coalition Request Prior Auth Hearing
The letter signed by numerous national and local associations requests a hearing on B24-655 before the …
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MSDC Joins Groundbreaking Celebration for East End Hospital
MSDC celebrates the new hospital but cautions it is not a cure-all for health inequity in Wards 7 and …
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2022 Looks to Be A Very Busy Year in Physician Advocacy
Physicians will need to be strong advocates for and against the major issues MSDC expects the DC Council …
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MSDC’s 2021 Annual Report Showcases DC Physician Achievements
MSDC’s 2021 accomplishments include increased physician wellbeing resources, major advocacy wins, and …
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Advocacy Curriculum: Looking Back on 2021 Year in Advocacy
This year saw some major wins in the physician agenda as well as the introduction of new tools to help …
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MSDC Board Looks Back on Productive Past and Ahead to Bright Future
The MSDC Board met for the last time in 2021 to meet with special guests and plan for the upcoming …
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Mayor Bowser Issues Emergency Order Addressing MedStar's MCO Status
MSDC joins letter with DC Hospital Association, DC Primary Care Association, DC Behavioral Health …
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AMA: Insurers Imposed Prior Auth Despite Pandemic
Despite the world going into triage mode in 2020, an AMA survey found insurance companies still required …
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MSDC Board of Directors Discusses Equitable Pay in Medicine, Unconscious Bias
The Board reviewed recommendations and reports on key initiatives including health equity in the medical …