Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

JULY 1, 2025

” Contentious Legislature Ends in Special Session The 2025 Minnesota legislative session finally concluded in a one-day special session on June 9. During negotiations, leadership compromised by centering the increase on mental health and did not raise reimbursement rates for outpatient primary care.

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Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

MARCH 7, 2025

Key health policy updates from March 3, 2025: MAFP lobbyist Megan Verdeja shares the latest legislative news on health care-related bills impacting family physicians and health care access. Several testifiers in favor of SF 509 shared their stories as international medical graduates coming to the U.S.

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Pamela Wible MD

MAY 21, 2025

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Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

MARCH 27, 2025

As we move into the tenth week of the legislative session, Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) lobbyist Megan Verdeja breaks down what’s happening at the Minnesota State Capitol and provides an update on health care bills. 2322 ( Senator Wiklund ) establishes the Minnesota Health Care Workforce Advisory Council.

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Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

MARCH 13, 2025

MAFP lobbyist Megan Verdeja shares the latest legislative updates on key health care-related hearings and bills moving through committees.

 HOUSE HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE Medical Assistance (MA) Rate Reimbursement ( HF 1005 ): Testimony: MAFP President Roli Dwivedi, MD, FAAFP, testified on behalf of the MAFP in support of the bill.

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The Physicians Foundation

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Scorecard with National and State Level Data Reveals Workforce Shortages, Low Primary Care Reimbursement, and Reduced Patient Access to Vital Services February 18, 2025 – As the nation faces a widespread surge in chronic diseases, the third Primary Care Scorecard highlights how systemic disinvestment in U.S. Key findings include: 1.

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Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

As the 2025 legislative session swings into full gear, the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) has set its sights on a cadre of pivotal bills set to shape the healthcare landscape for years to come. Chip Brown, HB 2 proposes a change to existing law regarding the consent process for medical procedures involving minors.

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