Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

JUNE 3, 2025

As our state legislature gets closer to special session, the Minnesota Academy of Family Physician’s (MAFP) lobbyist Megan Verdeja breaks down what’s happening at the Minnesota State Capitol and provides a recap of the 2025 session. Audio-Only Telehealth – Ensuring audio-only telehealth visits remain a reimbursable option.

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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. This balance of power led to a more cautious policy-making environment, including the need for a special session to complete and pass remaining bills. Tuesday, June 10.

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Dr. Zaar

MAY 20, 2025

Finding timely and specialized medical care can be quite a challenge for families, especially when it comes to pediatric endocrinology. Pediatric endocrinology is a medical specialty that zeroes in on hormone-related conditions in children and teenagers. What Is Pediatric Endocrinology? Are These Services Covered?

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Dr. Zaar

MAY 20, 2025

Specialization in distance: Even if you live in a small town or remote area, you can consult the top endocrinologist located in major Canadian cities. Thanks to platforms like Maple, WELL Health, and provincial telehealth programs, more Canadian women are turning to digital solutions for their hormone health.

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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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FDA Law

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The Ryan Haight Act was enacted to address the legal “grey area” in which prescribers and pharmacies operated via the creation of two new statutory requirements: 1) the at least one “in-person” medical evaluation requirement for prescribing practitioners, 21 U.S.C. § 829(e); and 2) the modified registration requirement for online pharmacies.

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FDA Law

MAY 4, 2023

Study visits can be conducted using telehealth visits if in-person interaction is not necessary. There should also be a plan in place for responding to adverse events, including how participants are expected to seek medical assistance locally when necessary. Trial personnel can also be sent to participant’s homes.

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