e-Reports 10-30-2025

IDOH program reaches out to grieving mothers after infant deaths, miscarriages

[10/30/2025]

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, a time to recognize and help families who have experienced trauma and tragedy.

IDOH reports first flu death of the season

[10/30/2025]

The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) has confirmed the first flu-related death of the 2025-26 season. No additional information about the patient will be released due to privacy laws.

Braun calls special legislative session to pursue redrawn congressional maps

[10/30/2025]

The Indiana General Assembly will return to the Statehouse ahead of schedule for a special session on congressional redistricting, despite warnings there may not be enough votes to pass the measure.

Get ahead of coming changes in coding and reimbursement

[10/30/2025]

Big changes are on the horizon for medical coding and reimbursement in 2026, and physicians can get up to speed during an upcoming webinar, “ICD-10 Updates & Medicare’s Final Rule: What You Need to Know.”

AMA offers free webinar on One Big Beautiful Bill Act

[10/30/2025]

The American Medical Association will offer a free webinar, “One Big Beautiful Bill Act: The Impact on Physicians and Patients.” The virtual event will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 8:30 p.m.

Free regional event planned for Women in Medicine

[10/30/2025]

Reid Health will host a free regional gathering for members of ISMA’s Women in Medicine (WIM) section on Friday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m.

Member benefits for Halloween events

[10/30/2025]

Harvest Nights at Newfields and ZooBoo at the Indianapolis Zoo are underway for the fall season. As a member of ISMA, you can receive discounts on memberships and tickets to both venues.

Fake DEA phone scam targets physicians

[10/30/2025]

Physicians should be aware of an ongoing scam in which callers try to gain access to bank accounts by masquerading as Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) investigators.

Pints and Politics offers physicians a chance to tell their story

[10/30/2025]

In its second year, Pints and Politics is growing. An added sixth session was added to this year’s events, and record attendance, especially in Indianapolis, allowed physicians to have a voice in the legislative sphere. A special focus on telling the

All invited to take ISMA strategic survey

[10/30/2025]

ISMA is asking all Indiana physicians and medical students to take a survey that will direct the next three years of strategic planning for the organization. Input from nonmembers and members is requested.

CMS updates claim guidance during shutdown

[10/30/2025]

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) updated its Medicare claims hold guidance to Medicare Administrative Contractors.

ISMA Executive Vice President Julie Reed Stepping Down

[10/30/2025]

Julie Reed, JD, after exemplary service as Executive Vice President of ISMA since 2016, plans to step down from her job next year, the organization announced Thursday.

Register for Women in Medicine Annual Retreat

[10/30/2025]

All female ISMA members are invited to attend the annual Women in Medicine (WIM) retreat on Jan. 30-31 at the Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. Jane Bridges, MD; Laurel Fick, MD; and Erica Howe, MD, will speak.

Reach thousands of physicians by advertising with ISMA

[10/30/2025]

Needing patient referrals or physician recruitment? Advertise with ISMA!

ISMA Alliance program reduced fatal overdoses in Fort Wayne and is expanding

[10/30/2025]

An initiative led by the Indiana State Medical Association Alliance is showing measurable success in reducing opioid-related deaths in Allen County — and is now poised to expand to Indianapolis and other cities nationwide.