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# Montgomery County Medical Society (MD)

Working for Physicians and Their Patients in Montgomery County

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- [Women in Medicine Fall 2025 Signature Event](https://montgomerymedicine.org/women-in-medicine-fall-2025/) - Learn about MCMS's commitment to supporting women physicians through networking and philanthropy at their recent dinner event.
- [A Conversation with Dr. Kisha Davis](https://montgomerymedicine.org/conversation-with-dr-kisha-davis/) - How the Montgomery County health department is expanding specialty care, reducing disparities & fostering community collaborations for better health outcomes.
- [Photos from the 2025 Fall General Membership Meeting & Inaugural Stephen J. Rockower, M.D. Advocacy Leadership Lecture](https://montgomerymedicine.org/2025-fall-gmm-photos/)
- [Photos from the 2025 MedChi Fall House of Delegates](https://montgomerymedicine.org/2025-hod-photos/)
- [Update on Medicare Payments During the Government Shutdown](https://montgomerymedicine.org/update-on-government-shutdown/) - Stay updated on CMS's revised Medicare claims guidance during the government shutdown, including telehealth service policies and implications for physicians.
- [50% Discount on 2025 Dues](https://montgomerymedicine.org/2025-half-dues/) - Become a member of Montgomery County Medical Society & MedChi today!
- [Government Shutdown: Physician and Patient Impact](https://montgomerymedicine.org/govt-shutdown/) - Beyond the economic impact on your patients who are federal employees, there are a few key points to know as we enter the shutdown period.
- [Katrina, Twenty Years Later](https://montgomerymedicine.org/katrina-twenty-years-later/) - Recollections of a Windblown Executive Director by Susan G. D'Antoni, FAAMSE CEO, MCMS In some respects, it feels like only yesterday when a Category 4 hurricane, named Katrina, hit Louisiana and Mississippi and changed my life in an instant. In other ways because much time has passed and much life has been lived, it feels
- [Unwind at Gringos & Mariachis August 27th](https://montgomerymedicine.org/unwind-aug-27th/) - Join Montgomery County Medical Society on Wednesday, August 27, for our Unwind Networking event! Stop by and relax with colleagues.
- [06-22-25 Federal News Update](https://montgomerymedicine.org/06-22-25-federal-news-update/) - Montgomery County Medical Society will endeavor to keep you updated on the very fluid Federal news situation and any changes that we see.
- [06-15-25 Federal News Update](https://montgomerymedicine.org/06-15-25-federal-news-update/) - Updates on federal health policy overall and what's happening at HHS, CDC, NIH, FDA, and CMS.
- [06-08-25 Federal News Update](https://montgomerymedicine.org/06-08-25-medical-society-federal-news-update/) - Stay informed with the latest updates from the medical society on federal actions and their potential impacts on healthcare in Montgomery County.
- [FY24 Food as Medicine Grant Program Application Now Open](https://montgomerymedicine.org/fy24-food-as-medicine-grant-program-application-now-open/) - Montgomery County Office of Grants Management - Grants Application Platform The Office of Food Systems Resilience (OFSR), in partnership with the Office of Grants Management (OGM), is soliciting grant applications for the County’s FY 2024 Food as Medicine Program from qualified healthcare provider organizations that offer pediatric primary care services to underserved populations in Montgomery County. $450,000
- [Time-ing is Money](https://montgomerymedicine.org/time-ing-is-money/) - Renovating your office space while renewing your lease can greatly benefit medical tenants.
- [06-01-25 Federal News Update](https://montgomerymedicine.org/06-01-25-federal-news-update/) - Please note: Federal actions by the current Administration can be reversed or paused at any point by actions of the court. We will endeavor to keep you updated on this very fluid situation. Overview Maryland sues Trump administration again, this time challenging scientific program cuts. American doctors are moving to Canada to escape the Trump
- [Maryland Commission on Public Health Listening Session](https://montgomerymedicine.org/public-health-listening-session/) - Physicians Encouraged to Participate in the Maryland Commission on Public Health Listening Session Maryland’s Commission on Public Health is holding a series of regional public listening sessions across the state. They are collecting information about the basic public health capabilities of state and local health departments and analyzing the state’s ability to respond to major
- [Successful Mentorship Programs: Built on Mutual Dedication](https://montgomerymedicine.org/successful-mentorship-programs-built-on-mutual-dedication/) - By Deborah Dagg & Michele Hayward Just like any successful Olympic relay team, mentoring successful leaders requires dedication, collaboration, communication, and teamwork. The journey begins with establishing a meaningful and rewarding mentor/mentee relationship. It is crucial for the mentees to have a clear understanding of their career goals and to identify the type of mentor
- [What's Coming Up in This Legislative Session?](https://montgomerymedicine.org/coming-up-in-session-2025/) - Many issues will arise before the assembly closes on April 7. Stay updated through MCMS eNews and legislative alerts.
- [Looking for a Few Good Grassroots Key Contacts](https://montgomerymedicine.org/grassroots-key-contacts/) - Are you interested in influencing legislative decisions that affect medical practice in Maryland? Consider becoming a key contact for your state legislators!
- [WUMCO Receives 2024 Webster Sewell MD Award](https://montgomerymedicine.org/wumco-receives-2024-webster-sewell-md-award/) - 2024 Webster Sewell MD Award Recipient Profile: Western Upper Montgomery County Help, Inc. Presented by the Montgomery County Medical Society and the National Capital Physicians Foundation, this annual award is given to honor an individual or organization that is committed to providing greater access to health care for the people of the National Capital
- [Montgomery County Babies Born Healthy Program (BBH)](https://montgomerymedicine.org/montgomery-county-babies-born-healthy-program-bbh/) - The Montgomery County Babies Born Healthy Program (BBH) is an Initiative Developed in Response to Montgomery County's High Disparity in Infant Mortality Rates BBH is a comprehensive program that delivers evidenced based services to pregnant Black/ African American individuals. Potential clients who are Medicaid- eligible and reside in the areas of Silver Spring (White Oak,
- [National Children’s Dental Health Month](https://montgomerymedicine.org/national-childrens-dental-health-month/) - February is just around the corner. This month kicks off National Children’s Dental Health Month, which is a month-long national health observance that brings together thousands of dedicated professionals, healthcare providers, and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to children, their caregivers, teachers, and many others. Care for Kids, Montgomery County’s health
- [The Physicians Foundation’s Leadership Award Program](https://montgomerymedicine.org/the-physicians-foundations-leadership-award-program/) - The Physicians Foundation’s Leadership Award Program By: The Physicians Foundation The Physicians Foundation’s Leadership Award Program honors the next generation of physician leaders by recognizing new and early career physicians for extraordinary actions in their practice or community. Award recipients will receive a scholarship to elevate their efforts to address drivers of health (DOH) or
- [Mission: YOU! New MCMS Mission & Vision Statements](https://montgomerymedicine.org/new-mission-statement/) - Our Mission: YOU MCMS Adopts New Mission & Vision Statements A Message from Angela Marshall, M.D., President, MCMS Over the course of the last several months, your Montgomery County Medical Society Executive Board has taken an introspective look at how we connect with you and serve you and your professional challenges. We recognize that each

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- [Home](https://montgomerymedicine.org/) - Montgomery County Medical Society unites, strengthens, and advocates for physician community through education and collegiality. Accessible quality healthcare.
- [Member Sections](https://montgomerymedicine.org/membership/member-sections/) - Member Sections Women in Medicine The Women in Medicine Committee works to provide women physicians with section specific opportunities for engagement, particularly through networking and community involvement. The committee plans at least two networking opportunities per year in the spring and autumn. Attendees are provided with contact lists from the event. The committee also takes
- [Join MCMS & MedChi](https://montgomerymedicine.org/membership/join/) - Join MCMS and MedChi Reasons to Join MCMS & MedChi MCMS & MedChi have over 300 combined years protecting the interests of physicians in the state of Maryland. We are the foremost physician organizations advocating for and serving physicians like you in Montgomery County and Maryland. Join Montgomery County Medical Society & MedChi today! Physicians
- [Community Events](https://montgomerymedicine.org/community-events/) - Community Events Know any upcoming community events relevant to physicians in Montgomery County? Submissions are encouraged: please email them to Farhana Arastu.
- [Privacy Policy](https://montgomerymedicine.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Last Updated On 20-Nov-2025 Effective Date 20-Nov-2025 This Privacy Policy describes the policies of Montgomery County Medical Society 15855 Crabbs Branch Road Derwood, Maryland 20855 United States of America email sdantoni@montgomerymedicine.org phone: 301-921-4300 on the collection, use and disclosure of your information that we collect when you use our website ( www.montgomerymedicine.org ).
- [Cookie Policy](https://montgomerymedicine.org/cookie-policy/) - Cookie Policy
- [Our Mission](https://montgomerymedicine.org/about-us/our-mission/) - Mission-Vision-Value Statements What is MCMS? A not-for-profit 501(c)(6) professional association founded in 1903 to assist and support physicians who practice and/or reside and/or are licensed in Maryland. MCMS is the largest chartered component of The Maryland State Medical Society, MedChi, with more than 1,600 members. MCMS is separately incorporated. MISSION STATEMENT Montgomery County Medical Society
- [Membership Engagement Opportunities](https://montgomerymedicine.org/membership-engagement-opportunities/)
- [Leadership](https://montgomerymedicine.org/about-us/leadership/) - Our Leadership President Aruna Nathan, M.D., DipABLM Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine About Us Our Mission Leadership Staff Foundation Partner Organizations Sponsorship & Advertising Contact Us President-Elect Alan Gonzalez Cota, M.D., FIPPPain Medicine Vice President Sheri Hamersley, M.D., FACOG Maternal and Fetal Medicine Secretary Co-Chair, Public Health Committee Isha Misra, M.D.Hospital Medicine Treasurer Co-Chair, Public Health
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- [Advertising & Marketing Your Practice or Services](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/advertising-marketing-your-practice-or-services/) - Opportunities to Market Your Practice, Specialty or New Service to Physicians in Montgomery County These opportunities are exclusively for physicians and physician practices in Montgomery County, Maryland. For more information about any of these promotional opportunities, contact us at 301-921-4300 or mvaleri@montgomerymedicine.org. PDF of the opportunities listed below Recruit a Physician Advertisements Insertion into eNews
- [Physician Connect: Corporate Partnership Program](https://montgomerymedicine.org/physician-connect-corporate-partnership-program/) - Physician Connect: Corporate Partnership Program Montgomery County Medical Society's Physician Connect partnership program provides physicians with valuable personal and professional resources that help them thrive, while offering businesses opportunities to develop quality leads and strategic connections with practice decision-makers. For more information about Physician Connect, please call 301-921-4300. How to Become a Physician Connect Member
- [Join MCMS & MedChi for 2026](https://montgomerymedicine.org/join-2026/) - Join Your Medical Societies for 2026 And join today! MCMS & MedChi have over 300 combined years protecting the interests of physicians in the state of Maryland. We are the foremost physician organizations advocating for and serving physicians like you in Montgomery County and Maryland. This dues payment will be processed using MCMS's Quick Pay
- [Renew Your Membership](https://montgomerymedicine.org/renew/) - Renew Your MCMS & MedChi Membership Reasons to Renew Your Membership in MCMS & MedChi MCMS & MedChi have over 300 combined years protecting the interests of physicians in the state of Maryland. We are the foremost physician organizations advocating for and serving physicians like you in Montgomery County and Maryland. Renew your membership in
- [Dedicated Email](https://montgomerymedicine.org/dedicated-email/) - Promote Your Practice or Business via Dedicated Member Email With the potential to reach more than 1,000 physicians, a dedicated email is an ideal way to promote your practice to other physician members. Nonmember Fee/Org: $250/occurrence Member Fee: $125/occurrence
- [SPONSORSHIP & ADVERTISING](https://montgomerymedicine.org/sponsorship-advertising/) - Sponsorship and Advertising Options Corporate Sponsorship Practice/Business Ads
- [eNews Ads](https://montgomerymedicine.org/enews-ads/) - eNews Advertising Distributed every Sunday to more than 1,000 area physicians, eNews is the Society's premier email communication with members - your colleagues. It features news, upcoming events, surveys and more. Note: If you are advertising for a physician to join your practice, there is NO CHARGE. Nonmember/Org Fee: $200/insertion Member Fee: $100/insertion
- [Purchase the MCMS Mailing List](https://montgomerymedicine.org/purchase-the-mcms-mailing-list/) - Purchase the MCMS Mailing List to Enhance Your Direct Mail Efforts MCMS provides its mailing list for one-time use. It provides the most up-to-date information about physician members and their practices. It is searchable based on zip code, gender, specialty, and type of practice. Base Charge: $25 + .15 per listingMember Fee: Base Charge: $10
- [eNews Classified](https://montgomerymedicine.org/enews-classified-ad/) - E-New Advertising Distributed every Sunday to more than 1,500 area physicians, Enews is the Society's primary email communication with our members/your colleagues. It features news, upcoming events, surveys and more. (Note: If you are advertising for a physician to join your practice, there is NO CHARGE.) Non-member/Org Fee: $125/insertion Member Fee: $50/insertion
- [Members-Only - Engage, Connect, and Empower](https://montgomerymedicine.org/members-only/) - Member Forum - direct link to forum Member Directory - direct link to directory Resources - sample contract from MedChi - other practice management resources - from partners? House of Delegates - form to submit resolution ideas - draft resolutions Legislative - position papers - bills supported by MCMS & MedChi - reports from MedChi
- [MCMS Member Forums](https://montgomerymedicine.org/mcms-forums/) - [bbp-forum-index]
- [Register for the MCMS Forum](https://montgomerymedicine.org/loginpage/) - [bbp-register]
- [Become a Physician Connect Corporate Partner](https://montgomerymedicine.org/become-a-physician-connect-corporate-partner/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://montgomerymedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Physician-Connect-2025-FINAL-1.pdf" title="Physician-Connect-2025 FINAL"]
- [Upcoming MCMS Events](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/) - Upcoming MCMS Events
- [Contact Us](https://montgomerymedicine.org/contact-us/) - Contact Us Montgomery County Medical Society 15855 Crabbs Branch Way Rockville, Maryland 20855 Phone: 301-921-4300 About Us Our Mission Leadership Staff Foundation Partner Organizations Sponsorship & Advertising Contact Us
- [Discounts](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/member-discounts/) - Member Advantage Program Atlantic Health Partnerst.800.741.2044f.860.606.9970info@atlantichealthpartners.com Atlantic Health Partners, working with Merck, Sanofi Pasteur, GSK, Pfizer, Dynavax and Seqirus, provides physician practices of all specialty and size the tools, support and most favorable pricing and terms to strengthen their immunization efforts. BankCard USA BankCard USA offers MCMS members only discounts on credit card transaction fees,
- [Staff](https://montgomerymedicine.org/staff/) - Staff Directory Susan G. D'AntoniCEO & Chief Engagement OfficerEmail: sdantoni@montgomerymedicine.org Emily AdamsPhysician Outreach & Engagement SpecialistEmail: eadams@montgomerymedicine.org Farhana ArastuPublic Health, Policy, & Program Engagement CoordinatorEmail: farastu@montgomerymedicine.org Chrissy CrossAdministrative & Events AssistantEmail: ccross@montgomerymedicine.org Marissa ValeriCommunications Engagement SpecialistEmail: mvaleri@montgomerymedicine.org About Us Our Mission Leadership Staff Foundation Partner Organizations Sponsorship & Advertising Contact Us
- [Partner Organizations](https://montgomerymedicine.org/about-us/partner-organizations/) - Partner Organizations MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society Montgomery County Medical Society is the largest county component of MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society. As the statewide professional association for licensed physicians, MedChi is dedicated to their mission to serve as Maryland's foremost advocate and resource for physicians, their patients, and the public health. They
- [Rejoin MCMS & MedChi for 2024](https://montgomerymedicine.org/rejoin2024/) - MCMS and MedChi, the Maryland State Medical Society, have been here for you and all County physicians since 1903 through the COVID-19 public health emergency - whenever you need us the most. From pandemics to epidemics to everyday challenges, we are here. Help make sure we will be there for you. Please rejoin MCMS and
- [Membership](https://montgomerymedicine.org/membership/) - TRANSLATE with x English Arabic Hebrew Polish Bulgarian Hindi Portuguese Catalan Hmong Daw Romanian Chinese Simplified Hungarian Russian Chinese Traditional Indonesian Slovak Czech Italian Slovenian Danish Japanese Spanish Dutch Klingon Swedish English Korean Thai Estonian Latvian Turkish Finnish Lithuanian Ukrainian French Malay Urdu German Maltese Vietnamese Greek Norwegian Welsh Haitian Creole Persian TRANSLATE with COPY
- [Medical Screenings & Immunization Schedules](https://montgomerymedicine.org/resources/for-the-public/medical-screenings-immunization-schedules/) - Medical Screenings and Immunization Schedules The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) updates its schedules of routine recommended ages of administration of currently licensed vaccines for children and adolescents on an annual basis. AAP provides these updates in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the American Association of Family Physicians (AAFP), and
- [Member Benefits & Discounts](https://montgomerymedicine.org/membership/member-benefits-discounts/) - Member Benefits and Discounts Publications Which Keep You Informed MCMS eNews MedChi News Maryland Medicine, the Maryland Medical Society Journal, is edited and produced by the MCMS. Published in a magazine format six times each year, Maryland Medicine, includes national and state news updates, more in depth and timely stories about important medical and socioeconomic issues,
- [Community Directory](https://montgomerymedicine.org/resources/for-the-public/community-directory/) - Community Directory This following is informational and no endorsement by the Medical Society is intended. It covers medical and related resources. Montgomery County & Maryland Resources Montgomery County Aging and Disability Resource Unit - 240.777.3000 Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services - 301.251.4850 Disability Network Directory - 240.777.1246 Maryland Domestic Violence Hotline - 1.800.634.3577 Montgomery County
- [Advocacy](https://montgomerymedicine.org/advocacy/advocacy/) - MCMS and MedChi: Your Advocate Community-based physician organizations like MCMS & MedChi contribute important input to legislators on behalf of our members. Legislators rely on subject matter experts, like physicians, to create effective policy and legislation. Because health care policy touches everyone, regardless of age, gender, or political leanings, it is critical that physicians are
- [Maryland Medicine & MedChi News](https://montgomerymedicine.org/news-publications/maryland-medicine/) - Maryland Medicine and MedChi News MedChi, the Maryland State Medical Society, produces two on-going publications for members. To sign-up to receive emails from MedChi, click here. MedChi News is a weekly, electronic newsletter distributed to MedChi members. It includes information about events, member benefits, public health news, advocacy efforts, and more. View past issues of
- [Ebola and Zika Virus Resources](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/practice-management/ebola-and-zika-virus-resources/) - Ebola and Zika Virus Resources EBOLA RESOURCES As our nation's strategy to address the Ebola virus continues to evolve, MCMS will continue to provide helpful and accurate information regarding Ebola. You can contribute to our country’s response by being ready to detect a potentially infected patient; protect yourself, your colleagues, and other patients from exposure;
- [Flu Busters: Resources for Physicians](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/flu-busters-resources-for-physicians/) - Flu Busters: Resources for Physicians The Flu Busters initiative can help you: Implement or enhance flu vaccination practices in your office with toolkits and shared best practices; Educate about vaccines in your office, in the media, or at public events such as your local PTA or civic organization; Understand why all health care workers should
- [COVID-19 Vaccine Toolkit](https://montgomerymedicine.org/covid-19-resources/covid-vaccine-toolkit/) - COVID-19 VACCINE TOOLKIT FOR MONTGOMERY COUNTY PHYSICIANS About this toolkit This toolkit contains information related to the Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and Janssen COVID-19 vaccines. Montgomery County physicians were among the first to receive the vaccine, as well as administer it to patients. While guidance continues to evolve and additional details are released, the MCMS Immunization Task Force has
- [Monkeypox (MPX) Physician Resources](https://montgomerymedicine.org/mpx-resources/) - Last updated: September 2, 2022 Monkeypox (MPX) cases in Maryland have increased, and the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) is now reporting total cases by County. As of today, there are 57 cases in Montgomery County comprising 12.4% of total cases statewide. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has guidance on the key characteristics of
- [Associate Membership with MCMS & MedChi](https://montgomerymedicine.org/associate-members/) - Join Today as an Associate Member! Join as an Associate Member to support our ongoing efforts and to continue to access our suite of comprehensive member services. MCMS & MedChi have over 300 combined years of protecting the interests of physicians in the state of Maryland. We are the foremost physician organizations advocating for and serving physicians like
- [MCMS News](https://montgomerymedicine.org/news-publications/mcms-news/) - News & Information
- [Cancellation](https://montgomerymedicine.org/cancellation/) - Transaction Cancelled Your transaction has been cancelled. If this was an error, please return to the page, enter your information again, and hit submit. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Chrissy Cross at ccross@montgomerymedicine.org.
- [Past Events Photo Gallery](https://montgomerymedicine.org/past-events-photo-gallery/) - Past Events Photo Gallery
- [Past Events Photo Gallery](https://montgomerymedicine.org/past-events-photo-gallery/) - Photo Gallery [foogallery-album id="598"]
- [Our Promise to You](https://montgomerymedicine.org/our-promise-to-you/) - Mission Statement Vision Statement
- [MCMS Comments to the HSCRC](https://montgomerymedicine.org/mcms-comments-to-the-hscrc/) - Full Letter from MCMS to the Health Services Review Commission (HSCRC) ~ Recommendations On February 3, MCMS submitted feedback to the Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC), the oversight agency for hospital funding, on behalf of Montgomery County physicians and your patients. The feedback found here was focused on concerns we have heard from many
- [Webster Sewell, M.D. Access to Care Award](https://montgomerymedicine.org/accesstocareaward-2025/) - Working for a Non-Profit Committed to Increasing Access to Care? Nominate the Non-Profit for the MCMS-NCPF's Sewell Access to Care Award Application/Nomination Form Deadline for Consideration: April 1, 2025 Sponsored by the Montgomery County (Maryland) Medical Society & the National Capital Physicians Foundation Montgomery County Medical Society and the National Capital Physicians Foundation are accepting nominations for
- [Profiles of Proud Physicians](https://montgomerymedicine.org/profiles-of-proud-physicians/) - Profiles of Proud Physicians On Doctors' Day, 2019, MCMS launched a physician member feature section, which runs each week in our eNews publication. Thank you to those who have already submitted profiles. To submit your profile click here. If you'd like to be featured, contact Erica Huffman. Click on any of our Proud Physicians
- [Share Your Feedback on Coffee & Kvetch](https://montgomerymedicine.org/coffee-and-kvetch-feedback/)
- [RSVP for Fall General Membership Meeting](https://montgomerymedicine.org/fall-gmm-short-form/)
- [2024 Fall House of Delegates MCMS Resolutions](https://montgomerymedicine.org/2024-fall-house-of-delegates-mcms-resolutions/) - 2024 MedChi House of Delegates - MCMS Proposed Resolutions 1. Prevention of Automatic Down Coding of Claims by Health Insurance Companies Without Physician Notification Text of Resolution PDF 2. Establishing a Payment Floor for Physicians in Maryland Text of Resolution PDF 3. Limit on Fees for Transitioning Medical Records for Physicians Retiring or Relocating Text
- [Prevention of Automatic Down Coding of Claims by Health Insurance Companies Without Physician Notification](https://montgomerymedicine.org/prevention-of-automatic-down-coding/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Prevention of Automatic Down Coding of Claims by Health Insurance Companies Without Physician Notification REFERRED TO: __________________________________________________________________ Whereas, down coding occurs when health insurance companies reduce the reimbursement level of a claim by changing the procedure code submitted by
- [Establishing a Payment Floor for Physicians in Maryland](https://montgomerymedicine.org/establishing-a-payment-floor/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Establishing a Payment Floor for Physicians in Maryland REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, payments by payors to physicians in Maryland are the next to the lowest of all states
- [Limit on Fees for Transitioning Medical Records for Physicians Retiring or Relocating](https://montgomerymedicine.org/limit-on-fees-for-transitioning-medical-records/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Limit on Fees for Transitioning Medical Records for Physicians Retiring or Relocating REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, many electronic medical record (EMR) and practice management companies impose exorbitant fees
- [Establishment of a Publicly Accessible Database for Determining the Location of Medical Records of Retired or Relocated Physicians](https://montgomerymedicine.org/publicly-accessible-database/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Establishment of a Publicly Accessible Database for Determining the Location of Medical Records of Retired or Relocated Physicians REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, patients often face significant difficulties in locating their
- [Need for Data to Inform MedChi Policy & Legislative Actions](https://montgomerymedicine.org/need-for-data/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Need for Data to Inform MedChi Policy & Legislative Actions REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________
- [Encouraging a Study on Competitiveness in the Health Insurance Market](https://montgomerymedicine.org/study-on-competitiveness/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Encouraging a Study on Competitiveness in the Health Insurance Market REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, a competitive market environment is essential for improving quality of services, and ensuring fair pricing for consumers; and Whereas, the non-health insurance market exhibits
- [Diminishing/Eliminating Private Equity Acquisition of Medical Practices in Maryland](https://montgomerymedicine.org/private-equity-acquisition/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Diminishing/Eliminating Private Equity Acquisition of Medical Practices in Maryland REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, the independent practice of medicine is challenged by the ever increasing regulations and/or legislation, decreasing third-party payments and rising costs; and Whereas, there is increasing
- [Automatic Credentialing for Physicians for Medicaid/Medicare Managed Care Plans When Already Approved for Traditional Medicare and Medicaid](https://montgomerymedicine.org/automatic-credentialing-for-physicians-for-medicaid-medicare-managed-care-plans-when-already-approved-for-traditional-medicare-and-medicaid/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Automatic Credentialing for Physicians for Medicaid/Medicare Managed Care Plans When Already Approved for Traditional Medicare and Medicaid REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, access to medical care is a crisis in our country and in Maryland; and Whereas, physicians want
- [Medical School Tuition Forgiveness Through Service to Marylanders](https://montgomerymedicine.org/medical-school-tuition-forgiveness/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Medical School Tuition Forgiveness Through Service to Marylanders REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, the State of Maryland has a worsening medical workforce crisis; and Whereas, MedChi has advocated for and been successful in various legislative initiatives to address physician
- [Nonprofit Hospital or Nonprofit Payor Acquisition of Medical Practices](https://montgomerymedicine.org/non-profit-acquisition/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Nonprofit Hospital or Nonprofit Payor Acquisition of Medical Practices REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, the independent practice of medicine is challenged by the ever increasing regulations and/or legislation, decreasing third-party payments and rising costs; and Whereas, there is increasing
- [Payor Liability for Medical Decision Causing Patient Death or Injury](https://montgomerymedicine.org/payor-liability/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Payor Liability for Medical Decision Causing Patient Death or Injury REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, physicians attend medical school and complete several years of residency and fellowship before they are allowed to practice in their chosen specialty; and Whereas,
- [Payor Responsibility for Additional Expenses & Patient Co-pays](https://montgomerymedicine.org/payor-responsibility/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Payor Responsibility for Additional Expenses & Patient Co-pays REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, physicians attend medical school and complete several years of residency and fellowship before they are allowed to practice in their chosen specialty; and Whereas, physicians are
- [Physician Dispensing and Anti-Steering](https://montgomerymedicine.org/physician-dispensing/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Physician Dispensing and Anti-Steering REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, Patient access to prescription drugs is critical to continuity and efficient care and treatment; and Whereas, Maryland licensed physicians are allowed to personally dispense prescription drugs if they (1) have
- [Waiving Inpatient Three Midnight Rule for Patient Admission to Skilled Nursing Facility and Subacute Rehabilitation](https://montgomerymedicine.org/waiving-three-midnight-rule/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Waiving Inpatient Three Midnight Rule for Patient Admission to Skilled Nursing Facility and Subacute Rehabilitation REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, CMS has had a long-standing policy requiring patients who are admitted to the hospital to remain in the hospital three
- [Increasing Access of Patients with Medicaid to Medical & Surgical Specialty Care](https://montgomerymedicine.org/increasing-medicaid-access/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Increasing Access of Patients with Medicaid to Medical & Surgical Specialty Care REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, MedChi has successfully advocated for increasing access to care for patients with Medicaid coverage for primary care through increasing payment for Evaluation &
- [Advocating for Quality & Accessible Medical Care in Maryland](https://montgomerymedicine.org/advocating-for-quality-care/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Advocating for Quality & Accessible Medical Care in Maryland REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, the State of Maryland entered into a waiver in 1971 which was replaced by the Maryland All Payor Model in 2014; and then modified again in
- [Communicating the Value of MedChi and the Components](https://montgomerymedicine.org/communicating-the-value/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Communicating the Value of MedChi and the Components REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, MedChi and the components provide valuable services to physician members and the medical community as a whole; and Whereas, frequently physician members comment that they are
- [Complimentary Practice Administrator Membership](https://montgomerymedicine.org/complimentary-membership/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Complimentary Practice Administrator Membership REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, MedChi is a physician organization and represents physicians of every specialty and practice mode; and Whereas, MedChi and its components serve the business needs of physicians and their medical practices;
- [MCMS & BCMA: Addressing the Expansion of Audiologists' Scope of Practice](https://montgomerymedicine.org/mcms-and-bcma-audiologist-scope/) - MEDCHI, THE MARYLAND STATE MEDICAL SOCIETY HOUSE OF DELEGATES INTRODUCED BY: Baltimore County Medical Association and Montgomery County Medical Society SUBJECT: Addressing the Expansion of Audiologists' Scope of Practice REFERRED TO: ________________________________________________________________ Whereas, House Bill 464/Senate Bill 795, effective October 1, 2024, expands the scope of practice for audiologists to include the evaluation, diagnosis, and
- [Presentations Archive](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/learning-library/) - Presentations Archive Below you will find pdfs of presentations from each seminar, retreat, and meeting hosted 2009-18. Beginning in 2019, resources from our presentations can be found on our practice management and news pages. Please feel free to contact us with any questions regarding any of these presentations and/or presenters. 2018 Resources Practice Management
- [The Value of Membership](https://montgomerymedicine.org/value-of-membership/)
- [Advocacy](https://montgomerymedicine.org/advocacy/) - MCMS and MedChi: Your Advocate [rev_slider alias="advocacyheader"] Together with MCMS and other component societies, MedChi, the Maryland State Medical Society, leads successful advocacy efforts addressing important professional, practice and patient care issues in Maryland and the U.S. View our 2024 Legislative Agenda. As a member, you will receive: Legislative representation for you and your patients
- [PAN Patient Education](https://montgomerymedicine.org/pan/pan-resources/) - The Patient Action Network (PAN) of Montgomery County is a program of the Montgomery County Medical Society (MCMS). PAN's mission is to enhance the partnership between patients and physicians through education, collaboration, and action on important healthcare issues. PATIENT EDUCATION What is an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) Your Explanation of Benefits (EOB)
- [Proud Physician Profile](https://montgomerymedicine.org/profiles-of-proud-physicians/proud-physician-profile/)
- [Online Practice Safety Compliance Platform](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/practice-management/safety-compliance-platform/) - Request Information
- [Join MCMS & MedChi for a Special Introductory Rate](https://montgomerymedicine.org/intro-membership-meeting/) - Join MCMS & MedChi for a Special Introductory Rate We welcome you to join MCMS and MedChi for our upcoming Membership Meeting. For a special rate of $99, you will receive full membership benefits as well as complimentary access to events like membership meetings, networking events, and webinars on timely topics that affect you and
- [Contact Your State Legislators](https://montgomerymedicine.org/contact-your-state-legislators/) - Tell Annapolis: Prior Authorization Reforms Must Be Passed! Contact your legislators and ask them to support the prior authorization reform bills (Senate Bill 791/House Bill 932) that we have worked on for the last nine months. Look up your legislative district at mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Members/District then return to this page to send an email or call your
- [About Us](https://montgomerymedicine.org/about-us/) - REASONS TO JOIN Paper form Join Online
- [Take Action](https://montgomerymedicine.org/advocacy/take-action/) - MCMS and MedChi: Your Advocate Share Your Prior Authorization Stories Stories are powerful. Share your prior authorization nightmares and join MCMS and MedChi in the fight against prior authorization. Together, we are stronger. Your voice must be heard. Contact Farhana Arastu with questions farastu@montgomerymedicine.org.
- [Practice FAQs](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/practice-management/practice-faqs/) - Practice FAQs How much can I charge for copying a patient's records? Please click here to see a breakdown of the fee. If you have further questions, please contact us at 301.921.4300 or info@montgomerymedicine.org. Can I charge a lawyer's office which has subpoenaed medical records the medical record copying fee? Yes, please see MD. Annot. Code, Health-General
- [Promote Your Company/Practice through the MCMS Medical Practice Resources Listing](https://montgomerymedicine.org/medpracticeresourcelisting/) - Promote Your Company/Practice through the MCMS Medical Practice Resources Listing 24/7 365 Listing in the Medical Practice Resources Section for one year under the heading you choose with a description about your company and a link to your site. Nonmember/Org Fee: $300 Member Fee: $150
- [Exhibit or Sponsor an MCMS](https://montgomerymedicine.org/exhibit-or-sponsor-an-mcms/) - Exhibit or Sponsor an Education or Networking Event There are many opportunities to meet physicians and their staff at educational events and networking activities throughout the year. These events are held either at MCMS headquarters or at area venues. Physician members are also invited to promote their practice to physicians and their practice staff during
- [Resolution Writing 2023](https://montgomerymedicine.org/resolution-writing-2023/) - Developing a Resolution
- [Practice Management](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/practice-management/) - Practice Management Billing and Coding Compliance Plan Click Here or relocating your practice. Click Here Ebola & Zika Viruses. Click Here HIPAA Compliance. Click Here comply with OSHA requirements. Click Here a practice. Click Here your practice. Click Here Member Benefits Continuing Medical Education Physician Resilience & Well-Being Presentation Archive Practice Management Member Discounts Career
- [MedChi COVID-19 Q&A: Listen Online](https://montgomerymedicine.org/covid-19-resources/medchi-covid-19-qa-listen-online/) - MedChi COVID-19 Q&A: Listen Online On Saturday, March 14, 2020, MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society, hosted a Q&A session with Howard Haft, M.D. from the Maryland Department of Health. More than four hundred physicians dialed-in. MCMS thanks MedChi for providing our members with this vital opportunity to clarify appropriate response to the virus in
- [HIPAA](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/practice-management/hipaa/) - HIPAA The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, Administrative Simplification, requires payers, providers, and claims clearinghouses (covered entities) to establish protections for storing, handling, and transmitting electronic health care information. Under the Administrative Simplification provision are the privacy regulations, transaction standards, security regulations and the national provider identifier. The privacy regulation defines patient protected
- [Information Blocking](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/practice-management/information-blocking/) - Understanding the Information Blocking Rule: Compliance & Exceptions The HHS Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC)’s final rule on information blocking under the 21st Century Cures Act goes into effect on April 5, 2021. On and after that date, all medical practices, health information networks and exchanges, and EHR vendors will
- [Bi-Annual Physician Practice Survey](https://montgomerymedicine.org/news-publications/bi-annual-physician-practice-survey/) - Biannual Physician Practice Survey Background In 2015, the MCMS Executive Board formed an Ad Hoc Survey Committee to better understand the nature of physician practices in Montgomery County, the current medical landscape, and how MCMS can better serve and advocate for the professional and personal needs of physicians, their medical practices and their patients, in
- [Become A Flu Buster](https://montgomerymedicine.org/resources/for-the-public/flu/) - Stop the Flu: Become a Flu Buster Today What is a Flu Buster? A #FLUBUSTER is someone who protects themselves, their loved ones, and their community from the flu by getting vaccinated and encouraging others to do the same! Who should get a flu shot? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends an annual
- [Join The Fight Against Prior Auth](https://montgomerymedicine.org/fight-back/) - It's Time to Fight Back MCMS has initiated a campaign to fight against Prior Authorization. Join us as we advocate for our physicians to effect change. Want to join the fight? Enlist today! Download PDF | Download the Image for Social Media MCMS & MedChi have over 300 combined years protecting the interests of physicians in the
- [PATIENT ACTION NETWORK](https://montgomerymedicine.org/pan/) - Our healthcare system is complex and difficult to navigate. The Patient Action Network (PAN) of Montgomery County is a program of the Montgomery County Medical Society (MCMS). PAN's mission is to enhance the partnership between patients and physicians through education, collaboration, and action on important healthcare issues. Every day, patients like you face challenges receiving
- [About PAN](https://montgomerymedicine.org/pan/pan-about-us/) - The Patient Action Network (PAN) of Montgomery County is a program of the Montgomery County Medical Society (MCMS). PAN's mission is to enhance the partnership between patients and physicians through education, collaboration, and action on important healthcare issues. ABOUT PAN Your physicians and their staff are your advocates. It is frustrating for
- [Join PAN](https://montgomerymedicine.org/pan/pan-join-us/) - The Patient Action Network (PAN) of Montgomery County is a program of the Montgomery County Medical Society (MCMS). PAN's mission is to enhance the partnership between patients and physicians through education, collaboration, and action on important healthcare issues. JOIN PAN Join the Patient Action Network (PAN) to receive updates and alerts to
- [PAN Physician Resources](https://montgomerymedicine.org/pan/pan-resources-2/) - The Patient Action Network (PAN) of Montgomery County is a program of the Montgomery County Medical Society (MCMS). PAN's mission is to enhance the partnership between patients and physicians through education, collaboration, and action on important healthcare issues. PHYSICIAN MARKETING TOOLKIT We need your help! The Patient Action Network (PAN) of Montgomery County is a program
- [Physician Resilience & Well-Being](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/physician-resilience-well-being/) - Physician Resilience and Well-Being Montgomery County Medical Society is dedicated to supporting the resiliency and well-being of our physician community. To this end, we initiated the National Capital Physicians Foundation (NCPF). NCPF’s inaugural program is the Physicians' Resource Network, which provides high-quality counseling, coaching, education and resources that support physician well-being, resilience and growth. Its
- [Physician Success Series Library](https://montgomerymedicine.org/physician-success-series/) - EARLY CAREER PHYSICIAN SUCCESS SERIES: LEARNING LIBRARY The following are educational programs recorded by Montgomery County Medical Society for members to access on-demand. This learning library offers educational videos on numerous topics, from wellbeing techniques to telemedicine to financial planning and beyond. April Passionate about Private Practice Our April program in the Early Career Physician Success Series
- [On-Demand Learning Library](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/on-demand-learning-library/) - LEARNING LIBRARY The following are educational programs recorded by Montgomery County Medical Society for members to access on-demand. In response to the COVID-19 public health crisis, this library has been made publicly available on a temporary basis. This learning library offers educational videos on numerous topics, from wellbeing techniques to telemedicine to financial planning and beyond.
- [News & Publications](https://montgomerymedicine.org/news-publications/) - REASONS TO JOIN Paper form Join Online
- [How to Get Involved](https://montgomerymedicine.org/how-to-get-involved/) - How to Get Involved 1. Attend With numerous live events every year, MCMS and MedChi members have ample opportunities to participate in networking, collegiality, education and more. Learn about upcoming MCMS and MedChi Events. 2. Advocate MCMS and MedChi protect your legislative and regulatory interests in Montgomery County, Annapolis and on Capitol Hill. Are
- [How do you unwind?](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/physician-resilience-well-being/unwind-doctors-day/) - Doctors' Day: Share How You Unwind Thank you for your willingness to share how you unwind as part of Doctors' Day 2021.
- [Membership Status Change Request](https://montgomerymedicine.org/membership/status-change/) - Membership Status Review Form If you recently retired or significantly reduced your hours, a membership status change may be appropriate. Please tell us a little more about your recent career change.
- [Refer a Physician Colleague to Join MCMS](https://montgomerymedicine.org/membership/refer-a-colleague/) - Do you know a physician colleague who isn't an MCMS & MedChi member yet? Let us know! MCMS staff will contact them on your behalf to offer them a special Introductory membership for just $99 for the first year. If you would like to gift them an Introductory membership, please include your email address at
- [Handcraft Medical Services Member Advantage Program](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/handcraft/) - HandCraft Services Member Advantage Program About the Partnership Montgomery County Medical Society and HandCraft Linen & Uniform Services have joined together to provide our members with critical personal protective equipment (PPE) that is currently in shortage, particularly isolation gowns, barrier gowns, and scrubs. Depending on order size and products, your first delivery could arrive within
- [COVID-19 Resources](https://montgomerymedicine.org/covid-19-resources/) - COVID Vaccine Toolkit
- [About Webster Sewell, M.D.](https://montgomerymedicine.org/about-webster-sewell/) - Webster Sewell, M.D. A Montgomery County physician dedicated to expanding patient access to care, regardless of race, gender, or ethnicity. Webster Sewell, M.D. (1901-1998) felt a calling and a mission to help people. His grandfather, one of Montgomery County's local Republican leaders, encouraged him to practice in Montgomery County, which direly needed a Black physician.
- [Value Based Care](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/practice-management/value-based-care/) - Value Based Care Unlike traditional fee-for-service care models that link payment to the number and type of individual services utilized, value-based care is intended to at least partially link payments to patients' health outcomes and/or quality of care. Over the last ten years, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has implemented several payment
- [Close a Practice](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/practice-management/close-a-practice/) - Close a Practice Notify all suppliers, in advance, of your closing date so that a final statement can be rendered and paid by the date of closing. Prepare final payroll tax forms. Write malpractice, equipment and public liability insurance companies to notify them of your closing date. When you cancel or change any of the
- [Start a Practice](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/practice-management/start-a-practice/) - Start a Practice This checklist is to assist you in identifying and clarifying administrative details that should be accomplished when establishing a new medical practice or relocating an office to Montgomery County, Maryland. It outlines many of the requirements of establishing a practice and includes referrals to agencies that will be of assistance. Join Montgomery
- [OIG Compliance](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/practice-management/oig-compliance/) - OIG Compliance BILLING AND CODING COMPLIANCE PLAN FOR [NAME OF PRACTICE] INTRODUCTION The compliance plan described here should be considered an appendix to the [Practice's Policy and Procedures and Training Manual]. It is designed to make sure that we are following the rules, regulations and laws that affect our provision of high quality health care to our
- [Foundation](https://montgomerymedicine.org/about-us/foundation/) - Mission The National Capital Physicians Foundation is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine and improving population health in the National Capital Region through education, research and innovation. History Montgomery County Medical Society physician leaders and staff envisioned the opportunity to have a greater impact in the community. They recognized that only through an educational
- [Community Outreach](https://montgomerymedicine.org/news-publications/community-outreach/) - Community Outreach Press Room As a component of MedChi, the Maryland State Medical Society, Montgomery County Medical Society proudly adds its voice to the statements made by MedChi. To view an archive of MedChi’s most recent press releases, click here. Speakers Bureau Our Speakers Bureau provides an opportunity for MCMS members to present medically related
- [Member Benefits](https://montgomerymedicine.org/member-benefits/) - REASONS TO JOIN Paper form Join Online
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## Events

- [Practice Administrators' Presentation & Holiday Reception, Tues., Dec. 2nd](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/practice-administrators-holiday-reception/) - A gathering for Practice Administrators to discuss year-end planning strategies and enjoy holiday eats and beverages in a collegial and relaxing setting.
- [Women in Medicine Dinner & Discussion, Tues, Nov. 18th [SOLD OUT]](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/women-in-medicine-dinner-discussion-tues-nov-18th/) - Women physician members of MCMS are welcome to attend this engaging event. A reception begins at 6pm followed by dinner and discussion at 6:30 pm. Table discussion facilitators will encourage discussion about ways to stay healthy during the holidays, funny holiday stories, and great holiday recipes. We invite attendees to donate to the Manna Food
- [AMA-MedChi Capitol Hill Visits, Tues. Feb. 24th](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/ama-medchi-capitol-hill-visits/) - In conjunction with the AMA’s National Advocacy Conference, February 23-25, join MedChi’s delegation to meet with Maryland’s congressional delegation and staff. Convene at Grand Hyatt, Downtown DC for a morning Federal Legislative briefing - time to be determined. If you are interested in a complimentary ticket to the AMA’s Awards Dinner on the evening of
- [MCMS House Call on Annapolis, Wed., March 4th](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/house-call-on-annapolis/) - MCMS House Call is an opportunity for member physicians and practice administrators to lobby state legislators about issues of interest to Montgomery County physicians, patients, and practices.
- [Pre-Session Legislative Discussion, Thurs. Dec. 4th](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/pre-session-legislative-discussion/) - Montgomery County state legislators and physicians will discuss MedChi's 2026 Legislative Agenda and other important healthcare issues.
- [Virtual OSHA Update for Medical Practices - Thurs., Oct. 30](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/osha-update/) - This virtual OSHA program is an annual update on regulations for medical practices. It is open to member and potential member practices. Practices with at least one physician member may participate in this virtual update at no cost. Practices which do not have at least one physician member may participate for $75. MCMS staff will
- [POSTPONED - Early Career MEDTalks - Tues., Oct. 14th](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/medtalks-oct-14/) - MEDTalks is MCMS' version of TEDTalks. Rapid-fire presentations by your local physician colleagues. (5 minutes, 3-4 slides) about a medical topic. We anticipate 10 presentations, and we have an applause meter and trophies!
- [General Membership Meeting & Advocacy Leadership Lecture, Thurs., Nov. 6th](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/general-membership-meeting/) - This members-only event is MCMS' largest membership event of the Fall season. Join us for a networking reception at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy good food and collegiality with your colleagues and our sponsors and partners. At 7:00 p.m. the business meeting will be held followed by the Stephen J Rockower M.D. Advocacy Leadership Lectureship featuring State
- [After Hours Meet & Greet Social at Washington Eye - Thurs., Oct. 9th](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/afterhours-meet-greet-social-at-washington-eye/) - Enjoy a quick tour of the practice along with a beverage and light bites. All physicians are encouraged to come - especially those practicing in the area.
- [Physician Listening Session - Wed., Sept. 3rd](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/physician-listening-session/) - Register now for a vital virtual discussion among healthcare professionals tackling systemic issues and public health priorities in Montgomery County.
- [Physician Collegiality Dinner - Thurs., Sept 18th](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/physician-collegiality-dinner/) - MCMS encourages physician well-being and this event is just one way that we promote well-being through collegiality. MCMS' Proud to be a Physician Collegiality Dinners have become part of our strategy to engage, connect and empower physician members. There is very little "agenda" at these meetings because they are intended to facilitate your discussion with
- [Unwind at Gringos & Mariachis - Wed., Aug. 27th](https://montgomerymedicine.org/events/unwind-at-gringos-mariachis-august-27th/) - Join Montgomery County Medical Society on Wednesday, August 27, for our Unwind Networking event! Stop by for drinks, light appetizers, and good conversation while you relax with colleagues. Gringos & Mariachis is located at Park Potomac and features authentic Mexican street fare and outdoor seating. Come out and Unwind with MCMS!

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