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One size doesn't fit all: "Safe Care of the Very Large Patient"

08/30/2010

Register now for this important conference taking place on Thursday, October 21, 2010 at the Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute in Spokane.


Seattle medical center launches partnership with public hospital

08/26/2010

The Department of Health has approved a first-of-its-kind partnership between Swedish Medical Center and Stevens Hospital.


Global Health - The Local Impact, Seattle CityClub event

08/19/2010

Join us with leaders from Seattle health organizations on September 15 and hear about their efforts to improve public health globally--and locally.


What physicians can do with leftover H1N1 vaccine doses

08/17/2010

American Medical News looks at federal and state guidelines for doctors that state how to dispose of expired vaccine doses.


New AMA report finds 95 medical liability claims filed for every 100 physicians

08/11/2010

A new report from the American Medical Association paints a bleak picture of physicians’ experiences with medical liability claims.


WSMA collaborates to form Clinical Performance Improvement Network

08/05/2010

Plans are underway to present an initial CPIN learning session in Tacoma the morning of September 24 in conjunction with the WSMA annual meeting.


State’s infant mortality rate lowest in the nation

08/02/2010

Washington State’s infant mortality rate is lowest in the United States, according to a new report by the Annie E. Casey Foundation.


Plans will have to provide some preventive services at no cost

07/16/2010

Beginning September 23rd, new health plans will have to provide a wide range of preventive services at no additional cost to enrollees.


AMA looks for flexibility for physicians in EHR meaningful use

07/14/2010

AMA remains committed to EHR adoption that streamlines physician practices and helps them continue providing high-quality care to patients.


Seven lesser-known health law measures may have big impact

07/09/2010

Several lesser-known provisions take effect in coming months that could have a lasting impact on the nation’s health care system.


Doctors’ orders help patients get the end-of-life care they want

07/07/2010

A new study points to the effectiveness of the POLST form.


Federal government launches website on health care options

07/02/2010

The site aims to help consumers navigate the insurance market, and other changes resulting from the passage of the Affordable Care Act.


President signs latest congressional short-term SGR patch

06/25/2010

This morning, President Obama signed into law the “Preservation of Access to Care for Medicare Beneficiaries and Pension Relief Act of 2010.”


HHS announces $250M investment to promote public health and wellness

06/22/2010

HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius has announced $250 million in Affordable Care Act investments to support prevention activities and infrastructure.


FTC extends enforcement deadline for Identity Theft Red Flags Rule

05/28/2010

The Federal Trade Commission is further delaying enforcement of the "Red Flags" Rule through December 31, 2010.


Swine Flu (H1N1) - updated guidance for physicians

05/27/2010

Regularly updated guidance for physicians from the Washington State Medical Association, the state Department of Health, the AMA, and the CDC.


AMA announces support for Healthcare Truth and Transparency Act

05/26/2010

The bill will help alleviate patient confusion over who is a medical doctor and who is not.


AMA offers physicians help claiming damages from UnitedHealth settlement

04/27/2010

More than $350 million is available to compensate physicians and their patients.



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