Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

JULY 1, 2025

Wins and Losses for MAFP Priorities Medical Assistance Rate Reimbursement: Not Passed An important focus for the MAFP during the 2025 session was aligning Medicaid reimbursement rates with Medicare rates for behavioral health and outpatient primary care. Both the House and Senate convened the special session at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 10.

Telehealth 66

Telehealth Mental Health Specialization Primary Care 66

Plum Health

AUGUST 20, 2023

Paul Thomas Gives the Welcome to Detroit Lecture for Incoming Class of 2027 at WSU SOM This year, Dr. Paul Thomas was invited to give a “Welcome to Detroit” lecture for the Wayne State University School of Medicine Class of 2027. The 2027 class is likely similar but their demographic data isn’t readily available online.

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ABIM

JUNE 12, 2025

McDonald shared more about a pilot model announced last year that would create a pathway for exceptionally qualified international medical graduates (IMGs) successfully completing ACGME-accredited subspecialty fellowship to become Board eligible in Internal Medicine and subspecialties. Community Practice in ABIM Governance* Erica N.

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Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

MARCH 13, 2025

Last week, the Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) was actively engaged in multiple discussions on health care policy, including Medical Assistance rate reimbursement, coverage for the Psychiatric Collaborative Care Model and broader reforms to patient-centered care. Highlights follow.

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