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Talk Studio: New York Healthcare Laws Signed and Vetoed by Governor Hochul
MLMIC attorneys Nancy May-Skinner, Esq., and Marc Craw, Esq., discuss recent legislative actions taken by Governor Kathy Hochul.
Nationwide Medical Supply Shortage Impacts Healthcare Facilities
Medical supplies and devices are among the wide variety of products affected by the nationwide supply shortage.
Update on New York State Healthcare Worker Vaccine Mandate
The mandate requiring healthcare workers to be vaccinated for COVID-19 can still be enforced in New York State, according to a federal appeals court.
MLMIC Receives Superior Financial Strength Rating from AM Best
MLMIC Insurance Company has received an A+ (Superior) Financial Strength Rating and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “aa-” (Superior) from AM Best.
Update on Elective Surgeries in New York State
Amid another surge in COVID-19 cases, a New York State executive order requires hospitals or health systems with limited capacity to limit non-essential elective procedures.
MLMIC Mourns the Loss of NYSDA Executive Director Dr. Mark Feldman
It was with deep sadness that we learned of the passing of our colleague, Dr. Mark Feldman, after a long illness. For many years, Dr. Feldman led the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) as its executive director. He also served on the MLMIC Board of Directors. His colleagues remember him as a man of unfailing grace and charm who believed passionately in MLMIC’s mission.
Evolving State Regulations Limit Practice of Telehealth
New revisions to telehealth regulation revoke temporary flexibility around state licensing and could disrupt care for both physicians and patients.
MLMIC Celebrates New York’s Strength at Healthcare Parade in the Canyon of Heroes
Although we can never thank healthcare heroes enough, New York City came together for a ticker tape parade on July 7 to honor their efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. MLMIC was there along the parade route – each and every one of us so moved to see the outpouring of support from a grateful city.
School-based Health Centers Reopen in New York After Advocacy of NYSDA and Others
School-based Health Centers, an important source of primary, dental and mental healthcare for New York students, are officially open again after a lengthy mandated shutdown due to COVID-19. The reopening is largely thanks to the advocacy of the New York State Dental Association and other organizations in the state.
Update on Status of New York and Border State Regulation of Telehealth
Our insureds are encouraged to review newly enacted provisions of the Public Health Law. These amendments hold implications for our insureds related to telehealth delivery.