COVID-19 UPDATE FROM MEDCHI
June 9, 2021
Dear MedChi Members and Maryland Physicians:

Here's what we want you to know today:

UPCOMING VIRTUAL EVENTS FOCUSED ON COVID-19

  • Here's the link for today's MDH call: Wednesday, June 9, 5:00-6:30 pm. Today's call will focus on providing information to medical practices that are vaccinating or plan to vaccinate Marylanders age 12-15.




OTHER NEWS

  • As we can now focus more on non-covid health concerns, please make sure your patients (especially those who are uninsured or underinsured) are aware of the Maryland Rx Card program for prescription drug discounts.

  • Monoclonal antibody therapy is available for patients who have tested positive for COVID-19 and are at high risk for hospitalization or decompensation. FirstCall Medical Center in Anne Arundel County provides treatment and information for qualified patients. The medication is no-cost and treatment is typically covered by insurance. Infusion centers are located in Odenton and at FedEx Field. Learn more by calling (443) 459-1095 or visit them online.

VACCINE UPDATES
We are your advocate and your resource, and we're here for anything you need. Please don't hesitate to reach out.

Thank you for all that you do as physicians, healers, and heroes.

Gene Ransom
MedChi CEO