e-Reports 2-25-2021

Indiana Drug Card helps save on medications

[2/25/2021]

Even with changes to insurance plans for 2020, one benefit remains the same. The Indiana Drug Card is available to all Indiana residents at absolutely no cost.

Preparing for the 2021-2022 flu season: Lessons from COVID-19

[2/25/2021]

Although flu season generally runs from October through April, as noted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), preparation is a year-round activity.

Past-due notices in the mail

[2/25/2021]

Thank you to all ISMA members who have renewed their dues for 2021! Those who have not should have received “past due” notices by postal mail within the last week or so.

Online resources for physicians help destigmatize, treat addiction

[2/25/2021]

As a “Know the Facts champion,” ISMA is committed to helping the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) reduce the stigma surrounding substance use disorders (SUDs).

Help improve infection prevention, control in Indiana

[2/25/2021]

Thank you to everyone who responded to the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) survey about their infection-control training needs. The responses will help IDOH plan for future support of frontline health care professionals across the state.

ISMA, AMA seek extension of moratorium on Medicare payment cuts

[2/25/2021]

ISMA has joined the AMA and other national specialty and state medical societies in asking congressional leaders to extend the current moratorium on the 2% Medicare payment sequester beyond its March 31 expiration date.

Prepare now to help vaccinate patients with certain comorbidities

[2/25/2021]

The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) this week announced that the next group to become eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations, along with those ages 50-59, will be Hoosiers under 50 with specific comorbidities.

Apply now for Medical Justice in Advocacy Fellowship

[2/25/2021]

Applications are now open for the inaugural Medical Justice in Advocacy Fellowship, offered by the AMA’s Center for Health Equity in collaboration with the Satcher Health Leadership Institute (SHLI) at Morehouse School of Medicine.

FSSA seeks physicians’ input on state’s EHR program

[2/25/2021]

ISMA is working with the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) to invite Hoosier physicians to share feedback about the state’s electronic health record (EHR) program.

New ISMA member benefit: 10% discount on N95 masks, federally certified and made in Indiana!

[2/25/2021]

As part of ISMA’s commitment to help physicians and their practices, ISMA members now have the ability to purchase NIOSH-approved N95 respirators at a 10% discount.