Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

JULY 1, 2025

Initially set to expire this year, audio-only telehealth coverage was extended through July 1, 2027. Non-Opioid Directive Patients can now file a directive to prevent being prescribed opioids. Audio-Only Telehealth : Passed Another priority that passed this session was the extension of audio-only telehealth coverage.

Telehealth 66

Telehealth Mental Health Specialization Primary Care 66

California Academy of Family Physicians (CAFP)

MAY 14, 2025

Imposes New (State-Only) Medi-Cal Premiums for Undocumented Adults – Implements $100 monthly premiums for undocumented adults aged 19 and older, effective January 1, 2027. This means patients will no longer be automatically grandfathered in for medications that are not on—or are removed from—the Medi-Cal Rx Contract Drug List (CDL).

Healthcare 204

Healthcare Family Physician Management Individual 204

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.

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Patient-Centered Telehealth Management Finance 52