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MIA/MHBE Joint Meeting to Discuss Assistance to Small Businesses
The Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) and the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange (MHBE) announce a virtual, open meeting on Thursday, October 1, to discuss how they can support small businesses and employees in navigating health insurance amid recent market changes. Agenda is available here. The MIA and MHBE invite members of the small business community to…
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New Podcast Episode on Maryland’s Healthcare Model
This episode from the Maryland Now podcast explores the history of Maryland’s unique all-payer healthcare system. The episode features insights from healthcare leaders across the state, including Gene Ransom, CEO of MedChi. On this episode, host David Nitkin takes on healthcare – an industry so big and so personal that he almost didn’t tackle it,…
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Written Comment Request- Dupixent and Skyrizi
In accordance with COMAR 14.01.01.05B(4), the Prescription Drug Affordability Board requests public written comment for the cost review study process on: Dupixent (dupilumab) Drug Brand Name: Dupixent Active Moiety or Active Ingredient: dupilumab Application Number: BLA761055 NDC 11s in the Cost Review Study Process AND Skyrizi (risankizumab) Drug Brand Name: Skyrizi Active Moiety or Active…
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2026-27 Respiratory Season Evidence & Recommendations
On September 2, the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Vaccine Integrity Project (VIP), announced the release of an independent evidence review to inform respiratory virus immunization recommendations for the 2026-27 season. These recommendations were developed by: American Academy of Pediatrics (<19 years of age) American Academy of Family Physicians (≥19 years of age and health care personnel)…
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Can Methadone be Effectively Provided in Primary Care?
New and old evidence from abroad says yes.The US would need a system overturn. Jasleen Salwan M.D., M.P.H., F.A.S.A.M. Key points In the US, methadone treatment for opioid addiction is only available through specialty clinics. Other countries allow primary care providers to prescribe methadone, to be dispensed at community pharmacies. A new study from Ukraine…
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This September, Recovery Happens Together in Montgomery County
September is National Recovery Month, established in 1989 to promote evidence-based treatment and recovery practices and to celebrate the millions of Americans who are living in recovery from substance use disorders. The 2026 campaign carries the theme that recovery from addiction happens together, with SAMHSA framing meaningful human connection as central to resilience and long-term…
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Members in the News: Harita Raja, M.D.
MCMS member Harita Raja, M.D., was honored as one of only six “women who inspire” in Montgomery County by Bethesda Magazine. You can read the full article here.
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Input on the Geo AHEAD Model
CMS is seeking input from external stakeholders on a novel, geographically based accountable care organization shared savings program called Geo AHEAD that is launching under the Achieving Healthcare Efficiency through Accountable Design (AHEAD) Model in 2028. This Geo AHEAD Participation Perspectives Survey is intended to gather perspectives that will help inform future planning, policy development,…
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Maryland Measles Outbreak: Cases Triple Before School
UPDATE: August 28, 2026 This article was originally published July 17, 2026, when Maryland had confirmed 9 measles cases. The situation has changed substantially. The update below reflects current case counts and the formal outbreak declaration issued by MDH on August 25, 2026. Maryland is now in an active measles outbreak. The Maryland Department of…
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MyRepsoft Joins MCMS: Bringing Finance, AI, and Document Intelligence to Healthcare Administration
Medical practices have invested in more technology than ever. EHRs, billing systems, clearinghouses, payer portals, eligibility tools, and other platforms all serve important purposes. Yet many practice teams still spend hours every week tracking information down, checking the same details in different places, and fixing problems that surface too late. That is the part we…
