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If you’re looking for a trustworthy source for information on health care issues that affect Pennsylvania physicians and medical practices, you’ve come to the right place!

Apr 17, 2019, 10:00 AM
Two State Medical Societies to Collaborate on Value-Based Care Contracting
Through their subsidiary organizations, the Medical Society of Delaware (MSD) and the Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) have agreed to join forces to explore development of a joint approach to pursue value-based care arrangements for physicians in their respective states.
Apr 16, 2019, 13:53 PM
2019 Delegate Allocations Per County
View the 2019 Delegate Allocations Per County breakdown with comparison to 2018 including a Summary of Delegates Each Society/Section is Entitled to in 2019 (Based on Membership Figures as of December 31, 2018)
Apr 16, 2019, 10:49 AM
Reading Pediatrician Is a Dedicated Advocate for Her Most Vulnerable Patients
Karen Wang, MD is the recipient of PAMED's Everyday Hero award for April 2019.
Apr 11, 2019, 13:07 PM
Submit Your HOD Resolutions Online by July 31
It’s easier than ever to submit your resolutions for the 2019 House of Delegates (HOD), being held Oct. 25-27 in Hershey, Pa. Find out more.
Apr 11, 2019, 10:31 AM
Reading Physician Wins Statewide ‘Everyday Hero’ Award
The Pennsylvania Medical Society's Everyday Hero Award is designed to showcase talented physicians who probably don’t view themselves as heroes, but to patients and colleagues they are.
Apr 9, 2019, 09:30 AM
Pa. Medical Society Opposes Legislation That Would Grant Independent Practice to CRNPs
PAMED is deeply disappointed by bills that allow certified registered nurse practitioners to practice medicine without a collaborative agreement with a physician.
Apr 3, 2019, 12:20 PM
Proposal by Pa. Dentistry Board Would Allow Dental Hygienists to Practice in Physician Offices
PAMED is seeking clarification on how these regulations will affect physicians and physician offices that choose to place these practitioners within the office setting.
Apr 2, 2019, 13:32 PM
Reaction to Pennsylvania Auditor General’s Announcement About the Affordable Care Act
The following is a statement from John Gallagher, MD, Chair of the Pennsylvania Medical Society’s Board of Trustees.
Mar 28, 2019, 11:54 AM
CRNP Independent Practice Legislation Passes Senate Committee
PAMED strongly opposes the bill, known as SB 25.
Mar 27, 2019, 13:16 PM
Bills on the Hill: Scope of Practice, Telemedicine among Issues Addressed in New Health Care Legislation
Get updates on bills concerning any willing providers, tiered providers, CRNPs, POLST, CRNAs, assault against a health care practitioner, and optometrists.
Mar 22, 2019, 09:00 AM
The Chance to Have an Impact on People’s Lives Inspires This Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Physician
Keith Murray, MD is the recipient of PAMED’s Everyday Hero award for March 2019.
Mar 20, 2019, 08:45 AM
Bills on the Hill: New Health Care Legislation on Credentialing, Non-Compete Clauses, and More
With the start of a new legislative session, numerous bills have been filed that may affect physicians across Pennsylvania.
Mar 18, 2019, 15:27 PM
Preliminary Call to the 2019 Annual Meeting of the House of Delegates
View the Preliminary Call to the 2019 Annual Meeting of the House of Delegates
Mar 15, 2019, 11:57 AM
Pittsburgh Physician And First-Responder In Tree Of Life Shooting Wins ‘Everyday Hero’ Award
PAMED’s Everyday Hero Award is designed to showcase talented physicians who probably don’t view themselves as heroes, but to patients and colleagues they are.
Mar 14, 2019, 11:01 AM
PAMED and AMA File Amicus Brief in Peer Review Case
PAMED believes that physicians should be afforded due process whenever their professional careers may be affected for reasons related to their competence.
Mar 14, 2019, 08:52 AM
Pa. Lawmakers Explore Ways to Make PBM Pricing More Transparent
The state's auditor general spoke to the House Health Committee about reports he issued on pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and their role in Pennsylvania.
Mar 7, 2019, 09:00 AM
United Healthcare to Revise Consultation Services Reimbursement Policy
United Healthcare new consultation services policy will be implemented in phases.
Mar 4, 2019, 12:54 PM
PALS Renewals: Answers to Member FAQs
This FAQ provides answers to the most common questions PAMED receives from members on license renewal for MDs and DOs.
Mar 4, 2019, 10:27 AM
Wilkes-Barre, Allentown Physicians Added to PAMED Board
Maria Escano, MD, and Madalyn Schaefgen, MD, were recently appointed by the Pennsylvania Medical Society’s Board of Trustees to fill vacant seats.
Feb 27, 2019, 14:31 PM
EVP Share: More Than 2,500 Pennsylvanians Voice Opposition to Proposed Med Liability Venue Rule Changes
PAMED EVP Marty Raniowski offers a heartfelt "Thank you!" to everyone who contributed to this effort.

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