Board Trustees convene to debate important policies
Your local representative traveled to Cheyenne this week to bring perspectives from around the state to the discussion. WMS is proud of the diversity in opinion, perspective, and geography that is represented within our leadership. Below are a few highlights from the meeting as well as some updates on what members can expect to see in the near future.
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AMA Meeting Highlights (AMA Delegate Stephen Brown, MD)
- WMS Response to Provider Sexual Misconduct Legislation and Victim Requests
- Abortion and Women's Health
- An Ad Hoc Committee will be formed to:
- Draft a WMS position statement,
- Work with legal counsel to prepare educational documents,
- Partner with other organizations to work on legislative proposals that aim to bring clarity and grant protections to WY physicians practicing evidence-based medicine within the full scope of their license.
- CRNA Physician Supervision Opt-Out
- Governor Mark Gordon has instructed the State Dept. of Health to move forward with a proposed rule change to opt out of the CMS CRNA physician supervision requirement. This proposed rule would allow opt out for facilities with 25 beds or less, and also propose a temporary three-year physician supervision requirement for new CRNAs.
- Investing in a new electronic communication tool for WMS members
If you have any questions about the topics discussed, please reach out to WMS Executive Director Sheila Bush at sheila@wyomed.org or speak with your county trustee. |
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WWAMI Admissions Committee |
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The WWAMI Admissions Committee is now accepting applications for committee appointment. Applications are due August 8, 2022.
WMS is responsible for identifying Wyoming physicians for appointment to the Wyoming Admissions Committee for the University of Washington School of Medicine’s WWAMI medical education program. The Wyoming Admissions Committee is comprised of four Wyoming physician members appointed to staggered three-year terms with an option to serve an additional three years. Admissions committee members are responsible for interviewing those Wyoming applicants who have met certain academic criteria for admission to medical school.
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Wyoming Leaders in Medicine |
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The Wyoming Medical Society staff has been hard at work advocating for policy initiatives around the state, planning the 2022 annual meeting, expanding our partnerships, increasing our communications, among other things... our busy schedule is your win!
We're extending the deadline to apply for the WLM program until July 31st!
We hope you will take this opportunity to apply to become a leader in medicine! This program is one of the most special and unique opportunities of your medical career.
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WYOPAC Releases Election Guide |
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The Wyoming Medical Political Action Committee (WYOPAC) convened their 2022 election meeting and made key decisions about important legislative campaigns across the state.
WYOPAC is a separate entity under the greater WMS umbrella. WYOPAC strives to promote government improvement by encouraging physicians and PAs to take a more active role in candidate campaigns and policy affairs.
WYOPAC is passionate about electing thoughtful, serious candidates to office this year. Wyoming's future rests on the decision-makers we elect. Help WYOPAC make a difference and consider contributing today!
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WMS Introduces New Friends |
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WMS would not be able to advocate on behalf of our membership without strategic partnerships, like our Friends of the Wyoming Medical Society program.
We would like to welcome our new friends Aledade and Enroll Wyoming!
Because of these partnerships we can continue with our mission to serve our membership, and their patients, and work to improve the health of Wyoming’s citizens.
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Who We Serve
Whether you’re a solo physician in a rural community or a community health center in the heart of the big city, value-based care can work for you. We partner with primary care, FQHC, and multispecialty groups of all shapes and sizes, because better quality and lower costs are attainable for everyone.
What We Offer
Aledade offers primary care providers access to cutting-edge data analytics, user-friendly guided workflows, unparalleled regulatory expertise, strong payer relationships, and local, hands-on support from attentive experts. Our goal is to make it simple for your primary care practice or community health center to participate in value-based care while improving outcomes for patients and supporting a cost-effective, high-value healthcare system for your community.
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Helping You Navigate the Health Insurance Marketplace
- Find quality health insurance at affordable rates
- Compare coverage options
- Find out if you qualify for free or low-cost coverage
- Get help enrolling
Specially trained, federally certified, local Navigators are available throughout Wyoming to help you understand the Affordable Care Health Insurance Marketplace, review coverage options with you and help you enroll in the plan of your choice.
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988 will be the new three-digit number for call (multiple languages), text or chat (English only) that connects people to the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, where compassionate, accessible care and support are available for anyone experiencing mental health–related distress. The chat feature will be available through the Lifeline’s website. People can use 988 if they are having thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crises, or any other kind of emotional distress. People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.
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The EMTALA statute requires that Medicare hospitals provide all patients an appropriate medical screening, examination, stabilizing treatment, and transfer, if necessary, irrespective of any state laws or mandates that apply to specific procedures.
Chelsea’s Fund offers financial assistance to individuals in Wyoming and Eastern Idaho who are unable to afford an abortion. Call the hotline number and leave a voicemail for a callback within 1 business day.
Call hotline: (307) 438-9272
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In 2022 the Wyoming Legislature appropriated $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) direct funds to the WDH for the HHS Innovation Fund and another $5 million for the HHS Capital Improvement and Provider Relief Fund.
Type I - Capital Improvement applications will be for minor capital improvements that improve health provider capacity and resilience against infectious diseases like COVID-19.
Type II - Provider Relief applications will be to prevent the imminent risk of closure of providers due to effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Would your clinic/hospital/business like to advertise at the WMS Annual Meeting?
Click below for sponsor/vendor opportunities.
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WMS Online Education Calendar |
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Please remember to review the WMS Online Education Calendar for the latest scheduling of conferences and live/online CME opportunities!
The Medical Society has worked diligently to provide a robust calendar full of learning opportunities for our members!
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