The SCCMA keeps you up to date on the latest news, policy developments, and events
Wednesday, February 4, 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.
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.
AMA is accepting applications for its 2026–2027 Medical Justice in Advocacy Fellowship, a leadership program that trains physicians and residents to advance health equity through policy and community advocacy. Applications are due March 16, 2026.
Monday, February 2, 2026
CMA, representing more than 50,000 physicians across the state, today announced its endorsement of Congressman Eric Swalwell for Governor of California.
Friday, January 30, 2026
Joint Commission will adopt the National Quality Forum’s updated Serious Reportable Events list into its Sentinel Events framework beginning Jan. 1, 2027, creating a more unified system for tracking serious patient safety events and reducing duplicative reporting requirements.
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Federal funding expires Jan. 30. After senators today blocked a spending bill, a shutdown could create temporary uncertainty around some Medicare telehealth policies.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
California physicians warn that immigration enforcement activity is deterring patients from seeking needed medical care, increasing health risks and straining the system. State law provides protections to help ensure health care settings remain safe spaces, and physicians are encouraged to review legal guidance and update office protocols accordingly.
Monday, January 26, 2026
In response to AAP releasing its 2026 immunization schedule, CMA President and pediatrician René Bravo, M.D., issued the following statement.
CMA has long warned that failures to protect public health and safety have real, deadly consequences and once again, we are seeing those consequences play out.
Thursday, January 22, 2026
CDPH has issued an alert to health care providers following a sharp increase in amatoxin poisonings linked to Death Cap mushrooms. Since November, 35 patients have been hospitalized statewide, resulting in three deaths and three liver transplants. Providers are urged to consider mushroom poisoning in patients with gastrointestinal symptoms or elevated liver enzymes and to contact poison control immediately for guidance.
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