e-Reports 9-14-2023

Convention weekend held in Plainfield

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The 174th Annual Convention was held from Sept. 8-10 at the Embassy Suites in Plainfield.

IDOH offers physicians guidance for abortions

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The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) has issued formal guidance to physicians performing abortions under the state’s new, more restrictive abortion law.

September is National Physician Suicide Awareness Month

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September is National Physician Suicide Awareness Month and Sept. 17 is the sixth annual National Physician Suicide Awareness Day.

IHCP removes cost-sharing obligations for pharmacist-administered adult vaccines; updates pharmacy b

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The Indiana Health Coverage Programs (IHCP) recently issued two updates that could impact ISMA physicians and/or their patients.

IDOH emerging drug notification: Bromazolam

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The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) has been monitoring the emergence of bromazolam and has compiled information for awareness.

Women in Medicine Month: ISMA WIM Committee co-chairs recognized for service

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September is Women In Medicine Month, and two physicians were recently honored during the 174th Annual ISMA Convention in Plainfield for their leadership and support of the ISMA’s WIM Committee and women in medicine statewide.

86 counties to receive public health funding under new law

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All but six of Indiana’s 92 counties have applied for their share of a $225 million investment in public health infrastructure championed by Gov. Eric Holcomb.

SDOH resource toolbox, website now live

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The ISMA has launched an online toolbox, “Drive for Five,” and a webpage to assist physicians and their patients in accessing resources concerning social drivers of health (SDOH). SDOH are the nonmedical factors that influence health outcomes.

Register now for the 2023-24 Advocacy Bootcamp

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September is National Physician Suicide Awareness Month and Sept. 17 is the sixth annual National Physician Suicide Awareness Day.

ISMA members get discounts on Colts tickets, Zoo admission

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ISMA members can receive up to 20% off Indianapolis Colts home games during the 2023-24 season. Please note that Oct. 8 is the health care appreciation, “Crucial Catch,” game, which will feature exclusive giveaways.