MOA Survey and Feedback
How can Component Societies provide better value to members?
The MOA instituted a Restructuring Task Force early in the year under Past President, Stephen Bell, DO, to help us determine the best way to communicate and interact with our members as technology evolves. The following survey is seeking feedback on how our Component Societies can better meet the needs of their member physicians. This survey will be used to gather information that will provide direction to the MOA and its components moving forward.
Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8FPXCW5
Please take a moment of your time to assist us with this task. Your feedback as a member is greatly appreciated.
Andrew D. Adair, DO, FAAFP, FACOFP
President of the Michigan Osteopathic Association
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October 27-29, 2023
23.25 AOA Category 1-A & 23.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM anticipated.
Amway Grand Plaza, Grand Rapids, MI
Rate $172 if booked by September 26, 2023
Reservations: Amway Grand Plaza or 800-253-3590
Register early and SAVE!
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Strategic Partners Program | |
The MOA would like to thank our Strategic Partners at McLaren Health for their continued support of events and activities that benefit our members, and the communities they serve. It is partnerships like this that have helped the MOA stay connected to the Michigan DO Family for 125 years. |  | |
Individual Open Enrollment Period Starts Soon
The annual Open Enrollment Period (OEP) for 2024 individual Marketplace (or “Exchange”) health plans starts November 1, 2023, and ends January 15, 2024. Plans offered during the OEP are effective as early as January 1, 2024.
The annual OEP is the only time you can enroll, switch plans, or renew your current plan for individual or family coverage, unless you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) during the year. A SEP allows you to enroll or change enrollment information outside the OEP when you incur a “Qualifying Life Event” defined by the IRS.
Specifically, Qualifying Life Events include changes in family status (adding dependents, marriage, divorce, death, dependents reaching age 26, etc.), losing your current coverage (for reasons other than delinquent premiums), losing COBRA coverage, changes in eligibility for Medicaid, Medicare or Childrens Health Insurance Plan (CHIP), or experiencing other specified hardships. (See the full list of Qualifying Life Events at HealthCare.gov and/ or see the full list of hardships at HealthCare.Gov).
You may obtain individual Marketplace coverage at Healthcare.gov or through our health insurance advisor, Salus Group, by contacting Darlene Foertsch, Account Manager at dfoertsch@thesalusgroup.com or (586) 554-7429.
NOTE: Only plans sold on the health insurance marketplace qualify for cost assistance.
Key Takeaways About Open Enrollment 2024:
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Wednesday, November 1, 2023: Open Enrollment begins.
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Monday, January 15, 2024: Open Enrollment ends (extensions may be granted).
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Monday, January 1, 2024: The earliest a plan purchased during open enrollment can start.
- Open Enrollment is the only time you can shop for health plans in the individual and family market without qualifying for Special Enrollment.
- You must do it during Open Enrollment if you want to enroll, re-enroll, or change plans for 2024.
- Comprehensive health coverage that offers the benefits and protections of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) can only be sold during the OEP or SEPs.
- Only plans sold on the health insurance Marketplace Exchange qualify for cost assistance; however, a private broker such as Salus Group can help you choose an off-Exchange plan.
What about Group Health Plans?
Salus Group offers group health insurance plans as well. We can help you attract and retain the most talented professionals by offering a cost-effective, comprehensive employee benefits package. For a group quote, please contact Stacy Harris, Vice President of Special Markets at sharris@thesalusgoup.com or (586) 554-7672, or Kris Morrison, Account Manager at kmorrison@thesalusgroup.com or (248) 359-6481.
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Reminder:
80% of your dues payment to the MOA is tax deductible
Invest in your profession and renew your membership today!
Any questions? Call 517/347-1555 ext. 100
Renewal link
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Michigan LARA Requirements for Osteopathic Physicians
CME Requirements for MI LARA License Renewal: 3 Year Cycle
150 hours of continuing education in which a minimum of 60 continuing education credits must be obtained through MI LARA category 1 programs and a minimum of 40 hours of continuing education must be AOA approved.
DEA 8 Hour Training (one-time requirement) 8-hour training & FAQ's or www.dea.gov
Medical Ethics - A minimum of 1 hour of continuing education earned in the area of Medical Ethics is required for all renewal cycles that began on or after 04/26/2021.
Implicit Bias Training - For initial renewals completed after June 1, 2021, completion of one hour of implicit bias training is required for each year of licensure since June 1, 2021. If renewing prior to June 1, 2022 implicit bias training is not required for that renewal. Once the initial renewal is completed, then 1 hour of implicit bias training will be required for each year of the current license cycle going forward. Please note, this is not a one-time training and must be completed for each renewal cycle prior to the renewal being completed. (R 338.7004 updated 3/23). Link to: FAQ'S
Human Trafficking - One time training, no CME required. Beginning with the 2017 renewal cycle and for initial licensure beginning December 20, 2021. Link to: FAQ's
MOA CME Information webpage
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All MOA on-demand CME programs are available 24/7/365 at www.cmelearningcenter.com
MOA Learning Center delivers over 200 hours of on demand CME courses, all qualifying for AOA Category 1-A and AMA PRA Category 1-A Credit(s)TM to help you meet state licensing requirements.
Register for on-demand courses
CME Information
MI LARA osteopathic physician licensing requirements and CME resources at www.domoa.org/cmeinfo
CME questions, contact Melissa Budd: mbudd@domoa.org
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New addition to the MOA Learning Center
Topic: Asthma and Pulmonology
Caring for the Asthmatic Patient in 2023: A Changing Landscape
Faculty: Nick Poponea, DO
Total Credits: 1 including 1 AOA Category 1-A Credit, 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the most recent guideline updates from GINA and NAEPP regarding treatment regimens for asthma.
2. Understand the basic foundation behind choosing a supplement.
3. Develop a plan for sustaining health: supplements are just supplements.
Click here to register for on demand session: Caring for the Asthmatic Patient
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👻 Registration now open! 🎃
It is that time of year again, and registration for the 2023 Monster Dash is now officially open! Dress in your spookiest costumes for a chance at one of our many prizes!
If you or someone you know are interested, please scan the QR code (above)
or follow the link below to sign up!
Sunday, Nov. 5th
Race day packet pick up: begins at 9:00AM on race day morning in B119 Wells Hall
Schedule: The 5K run/walk will begin at 10:00AM
Course: The race will start and finish behind WELLS HALL
Race Day Parking: Available around Wells Hall
Race Website: https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/EastLansing/SOMADOMonsterDash
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Back-To-School “To-Do’s” from the IVaccinate coalition
Click here!
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Flu season is coming:
CDC announces flu shot recommendations
Summer is soon coming to an end, and health officials are planning ahead for flu season. On Wednesday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention made its annual flu shot recommendations for health professionals ahead of flu season.
They again underscore the importance of flu shots: Preliminary estimates show that last season, people vaccinated against the flu were about 40% to 70% less likely to be hospitalized because of flu illness or related complications, according to the CDC.
The public agency maintains the effectiveness of flu vaccines depends, in part, on the match between the vaccine viruses and circulating viruses.
Continue to full article from IVaccinate
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CPAN Marks 20 Years Protecting Michigan Survivors
Since its inception, CPAN (protectnofault.org) has fought passionately to resist insurance industry efforts to reduce medical and wage loss benefits, and to maintain access to medical care for all injured crash victims. In addition, CPAN has dedicated itself to consistently educating patients and their families regarding the rights and benefits they are entitled to receive under Michigan law—assistance that is very important given the complexity of the no-fault statute.
In providing this advocacy, CPAN has published numerous booklets and literature explaining the no-fault law in order to enhance awareness of its many benefits. In addition to its publications, CPAN has sponsored advocacy workshops for patients and their families as well as for providers who need assistance navigating the system.
CPAN has also hosted dozens of town halls throughout the state to promote informed public discussion about the auto no-fault law and attempts to change it. Moreover, CPAN has encouraged and assisted patients and providers to express their views regarding this important law through interactions with legislators and at public gatherings.
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Strategic Partner Career Opportunity Spotlight:
Mackinac Straits Health System
Mackinac Straits Health System (MSHS) is one of the area’s largest employers, with over 330 team members serving their patients and residents throughout the MSHS organization. Besides offering competitive wages, they also offer an excellent benefits package for full and part time team members, which includes affordable Blue Cross/ Blue Shield Health, Dental and Vision plans, prescription drug plans, generous paid time off, and a defined pension program for your retirement.
CURRENTLY HIRING FOR...
Oncologist
Due to an upcoming retirement, Mackinac Straits Health System is seeking an Oncologist to join our medical staff. The Oncology/ Infusion Clinic, located inside Mackinac Straits Hospital (St. Ignace), currently joins our other areas of care which include Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and several specialists. All of our providers work four days a week in an outpatient practice. There are currently no on-call responsibilities for this position.
Family Practice Physician
Mackinac Straits Health System is seeking a Family Practice Physician to join our medical staff. The St. Ignace Medical Clinic, located inside Mackinac Straits Hospital currently consists of Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology, and several specialists. All of our providers work four days a week in an outpatient practice. There are currently no on-call responsibilities for this position.
Link to career opportunities at MSHS
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The following is a list of recently deceased MOA members.
April 12, 2023, saw the passing of Harold C. Wakefield, DO.
Dr. Wakefield was a Life Professional who joined the MOA in 1986.
Click here for a local obituary
March 28, 2023, saw the passing of David Presley, DO.
Dr. Presley was a Life Professional of the MOA who joined in 1973.
Click here for a local obituary
March 25, 2023, saw the passing of Lawrence Liszewski, DO.
Dr. Liszewski was a Retired and Out of State member who joinedthe MOA in 2004.
Click here for a local obituary
February 11, 2023 saw the passing of Dorothy Elizabeth Carnegie-Shillinglaw, DO.
Dr. Carnegie was the President of the MOA (1971-72) and an MOA Honorary Professional who joined in 1959.
Click here for a local obituary
View the In Memoriam from the American Osteopathic Association
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