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  • Friday, February 13, 2026

    Medical student grants awarded by Physicians for a Healthy California

    PHC has awarded more than $30,500 in MedStudentsServe grants to outstanding medical students leading innovative projects to expand access to care and strengthen the health of underserved communities across the state.

  • Friday, February 13, 2026

    New opportunity for CMA delegates and alternates

    In line with recent changes to CMA's governance model, HOD delegates and alternates are now invited to participate in the new Resolution Sorting Committee (RSC).

  • Thursday, February 12, 2026

    Rise in measles cases prompts CDPH alert and urgent vaccination push

    California has confirmed a measles outbreak in Shasta County and recent exposures at Disneyland, prompting CDPH to urge physicians to review their patients’ immunization status and reinforce the importance of MMR vaccination.

  • Wednesday, February 11, 2026

    CMA supports merger of The Doctors Company and ProAssurance

    CMA President René Bravo, M.D., issued the following statement in support of the proposed merger between medical professional liability companies The Doctors Company and ProAssurance:

  • Monday, February 9, 2026

    CMA seeking nominations to the AMA House of Delegates

    CMA is seeking nominations for physicians to serve as delegates and alternates to the American Medical Association (AMA) House of Delegates. 

  • Monday, February 9, 2026

    Make the most of your appeals

    California law requires payors to offer a formal, timely appeals process for disputed claims, and physicians can improve their chances of success by clearly labeling appeals, using the correct submission channels, stating the specific action requested and closely tracking required response deadlines.

  • Thursday, February 5, 2026

    Introducing CMA Audio News: A new way to stay informed

    CMA has launched CMA Audio News, a new members-only feature in the CMADocs app that delivers short, timely audio updates on policy, regulatory and practice issues affecting California physicians — making it easier to stay informed on the go.

  • Thursday, February 5, 2026

    Speaker pro tem Monique Limón to address CMA Legislative Advocacy Day

    California State Senator and Senate President Pro Tempore Monique Limón will speak at CMA’s Legislative Advocacy Day on April 8, giving attendees a rare opportunity to hear directly from one of the state’s most influential leaders. Her participation underscores how vital physician voices are in shaping state health policy

  • Wednesday, February 4, 2026

    Covered California sees big shifts in enrollments: Why verifying eligibility is critical in 2026

    Covered California enrollees are shifting to Bronze plans with higher deductibles or cancelling their plans entirely due to the expiration of ACA subsidies. Practices are advised to verify patient eligibility and benefits before visits to avoid uncompensated care.

  • Wednesday, February 4, 2026

    House narrowly passes revised spending package, delays long-term DHS funding

    The House passed a revised spending bill by a narrow 217–214 vote, advancing several key health care provisions but leaving out measures to improve coverage affordability. Lawmakers removed long-term funding for DHS from the package and instead approved a short-term continuing resolution for the agency while negotiations continue.

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