Maryland Rural Health Transformation Program Updates

The Maryland Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) team has shared new implementation updates. The Maryland RHTP website has transitioned from providing information regarding the state's RHTP proposal to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to further information regarding implementation of the Maryland RHTP, Budget Period 1.

A live update via public webinar is being held later this week to present these implementation updates as well as details regarding 2026 anticipated funding opportunities.

Maryland RHTP Update: Implementation and Anticipated Funding Opportunities

Friday, April 17, 2026 | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Google Meet Joining Info: https://meet.google.com/ybc-nfcm-ktk

Or dial: (304) 518-4075; PIN: ‪558 685 731#

Certified Medical Office Manager Live Webinar Training Available

Practice Management Institute, in partnership with Medical Revenue Cycle Specialists, is offering a Certified Medical Office Manager live webinar training between May 14 and June 25, 2026.

With demand for highly-skilled health services managers expected to increase by 28% by 2031, this advanced training is intended to improve leadership and problem-solving skills, help you understand the full scope of medical office operations, and create a path for advancement.

For more information, view the full brochure here. 

CDC Health Alert Network issues Advisory about Medetomidine

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Health Alert Network (HAN) advisory this morning about medetomidine being increasingly found in the illegal drug supply. Medetomidine, which is not approved for human use, “can cause profound sedation, bradycardia, and hypotension. Stopping medetomidine following regular use may lead to severe withdrawal, similar to clonidine withdrawal, with symptoms including hypertension, anxiety, nausea, vomiting, and fluctuating alertness, that can require emergency or intensive care,” according to the CDC. The CDC further advises that “because fentanyl is involved in most overdoses involving medetomidine, opioid overdose reversal medications (e.g., naloxone) should be administered to restore normal breathing in suspected overdoses.”

The full HAN advisory provides additional information, resources and detailed recommendations for clinicians, public health professionals, laboratories and people at risk of overdose. Read the full HAN medetomidine advisory here.

Lotus Oncology & Hematology Expands to New Satellite Location

MedChi Member and Talbot County Medical Society President Dr. Roopa Gupta is excited to share that Lotus Oncology & Hematology has expanded their practice so patients across the Eastern Shore can receive care closer to home. Their new satellite office is located at 130 Love Point Road in Stevensville, Maryland.

Now Accepting Applications for the NHSC Scholarship Program

The National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship Program awards scholarships to students pursuing eligible primary care health professions training. In return, you commit to providing primary care health services in a Health Professional Shortage Area for a minimum of two years or a maximum of four years of service. Accepting applications through Thursday, April 16 at 7:30 P.M. Click here to learn more.

Possible Class Action Settlement if You Accepted Discover Credit Cards

If you accepted Discover credit cards between 2007-2023 you may be eligible to receive payment from a class action settlement. Click here to learn more & complete the initial form to participate.