Florida Department of Health marks Fentanyl Awareness Day after new law passes
The Florida Department of Health is observing Fentanyl Awareness and Education Day, following the passage of House Bill 259 by the Florida Legislature on May 23, 2025.
Health Care
Florida implements new universal background checks for all licensed physicians
Starting July 1, 2025, all Florida-licensed physicians will be required to complete electronic fingerprinting for background screening before renewing their licenses.
Women physicians discuss leadership development at Jacksonville conference
Physicians from around Florida gathered in Jacksonville on April 4 for the University of Florida College of Medicine-Jacksonville’s Women in Medicine and Science (WIMS) Leadership Conference.
Florida Medical Association announces new initiatives for women physicians
The Florida Medical Association (FMA) is continuing its efforts to support women physicians through a series of educational webinars and events developed by its Women in Medicine Committee.
Florida Medical Association hosts medical students at annual Days at the Capitol
Medical students and residents from across Florida gathered in Tallahassee this week for the annual Days at the Capitol event organized by the Florida Medical Association (FMA).
Florida Medical Association seeks legislation against unfair insurer payment practices
The Florida Medical Association (FMA) has announced plans to seek legislative changes aimed at addressing insurance practices that it says negatively affect physicians’ revenue.
Florida Medical Association honors physicians at annual meeting
Michael Patete, MD, an otolaryngologist based in Venice, has been recognized with the Award of Distinguished Service at the 2025 Florida Medical Association (FMA) Annual Meeting. Dr. Patete has worked…
FMA opens nominations for reference committees ahead of annual meeting
County and specialty medical societies are being asked to nominate eligible physicians for service on the Florida Medical Association’s (FMA) reference committees.
Medicare payment bill seeks reversal of physician cuts and new increase
Congress has introduced H.R. 879, known as the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act, which aims to reverse a 2.83% cut in Medicare physician payments that began in January.
Florida Legislature extends session as health policy bills advance
The 2025 Florida Legislative Session saw the introduction of 1,982 bills, with only 254 passing both chambers.
Florida Medical Association urges action on Medicare payment reform
The Florida Medical Association (FMA) is urging physicians to participate in a national advocacy campaign aimed at addressing Medicare payment issues.
Insurers announce renewed effort to ease burden of prior authorization requirements
On Monday, the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, AHIP, and 48 insurance carriers announced a plan to reduce the challenges related to prior authorization over the next two years.