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June 26, 2020
Gov. Carney Delays Start of Phase 3
Non-compliance Slows Move to Next Phase
Delaware Governor John Carney has announced he is delaying the start of  Phase 3 of Delaware's economic reopening. The Governor cited non-compliance with basic public health precautions, especially at Delaware's beach communities, in restaurants, gyms, and sporting events, as part of the reason. Delaware has seen a slight increase in new hospitalizations this week and just last week several teens tested positive after living in a rental house at the beach during "beach week." Phase 3 was scheduled to start on Monday, June 29th. Read more. 
DPH Announces 78 Additional COVID-19 Cases
11,017 Confirmed Cases - 507 Total Deaths in Delaware
According to the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH), Delaware has a total of 507 fatalities due to COVID 19. Individuals who have died ranged in age from 21 to 104 years old. 268 were females and 239 were males. A total of 242 individuals were from New Castle County, 89 were from Kent County, and 176 were from Sussex County. 

The latest Delaware COVID-19 statistics include:
  • 11,017 total laboratory-confirmed cases
  • New Castle County cases: 4,840
  • Kent County cases: 1,635
  • Sussex County cases: 4,519
  • Unknown: 23
  • Age range: 0 to 104
  • Hospitalized: 78; Critically ill: 15
There have been a total of 1,164 positive COVID-19 cases cumulatively involving long-term care residents, and 329 residents of Delaware long-term care facilities have died from complications related to COVID-19.   In addition, there have been a total of 461 positive cases, and one death, among staff members of Delaware long-term care facilities. 

For a complete list of deaths at Delaware's long-term care facilities, read more.
MSD Board Issues Important Statement  
Statement on Racism, Intolerance, Social Injustice, and Violence
The recent tragic and senseless death of George Floyd, as a result of police brutality as captured on video, has once again exposed disturbing elements of racism, intolerance, social injustice, and violence in our nation. In light of this, the MSD Executive Board has issued a strong statement - "This is a moment in our history where we as physicians must make our position clear and unequivocal regarding the impact of racism, systemic brutality, and other social determinants, both on our patients as well as the communities in which we live and serve." MSD will be working to be a leader in effecting change. Read full statement.
DPH Conference Call Recording Available
Topic: Testing
The Delaware Division of Public Health's (DPH) Tuesday conference call for physicians and practice managers was a well-received success. Many important and significant questions were asked and answered regarding COVID-19 testing. Thank you to everyone who participated and thank you the DPH for making this call a priority! To listen, please click here. 
PPP Loan Forgiveness Webinar
Helpful Information to Help Navigate the Paycheck Protection Program
Mark your calendar for the next Practice Management Education lunchtime webinar on Thursday, July 9th from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. for a presentation on the CARES Act, Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness. This session will be presented by Marie Holliday, CPA, MBA, Managing Director, Cover & Rossiter. To register.
MSD Expands Telemedicine Grant Opportunity
Mend, CarePortMD Grants Available for VIP Participating Physicians
The Board of the Medical Society of Delaware's nonprofit foundation
Delaware Foundation for Medical Services (DFMS) is offering a
set of grants to be applied to startup costs for the implementation of 
telehealth services for physicians who participate in the Voluntary Initiative Program (VIP). The grant will assist in startup fees with MSD's contracted telemedicine vendors Mend or CarePortMD. 
View CarePortMD grant
View MEND grant
Grant application
Are YOU a VIP?
Voluntary Initiative Program - Health Care Options that Make a Difference
The Voluntary Initiative Program (VIP) is a state-funded program that connects Delaware uninsured with quality, affordable health care provided by supporting physicians who agree to a variety of reimbursement options. VIP also provides medication assistance through the VIP Medication Assistance Program, saving patients significant money on their medication and medical supplies. MSD is grateful for the nearly 500 Delaware physicians who participate in this vital statewide program. BUT... we need more physicians to join our network as physicians retire, move, or leave the practice of medicine. Please consider joining our distinguished list of
physicians. For more information.
In Memoriam
Neftali A. Martinez, MD
MSD is saddened to share that long-time MSD member Neftali A. Martinez, MD has passed away at the age 81. Dr. Martinez, a New Castle County pediatrician, joined MSD in 1972 and remained a supporter of the MSD Physician Emeritus Section. He was a well-regarded pediatrician and could boast that he had many patients that were of the third generation to be under his care. Our condolences go out to his family and many friends, patients, and colleagues. Read more.
Pending Members
Rhoneise Y. Barnett-Smith, MD
Lindsey M. Davis, MD
Sydney D. Ford, MD
Courtney K. Pfeuti, MD
Ananya Ray, MD
Joseph A. Sciacca, DO
Kathryn Vollum, MD
Antonio L. Zarraga, MD
Cynthia P. Zarraga, MD
MSD members are afforded a seven day review period from the date of this publication to comment regarding an applicant applying for membership. Please contact Mary LaJudice at (302) 224-5183 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.
"Rerum Cognoscere"
The Latin phrase  Rerum Cognoscere translates to learn, examine, or become aware of facts or things. In this section we highlight measurable items of interest in health care from MSD, Delaware, the US, and the world.
2,425,814
Total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the United States as of June 26, 2020.



Johns Hopkins University
124,544
Total number of confirmed COVID-19 deaths in the United States as of June 26, 2020.



Johns Hopkins University
487,000
Number of people who signed up for health care coverage through Obamacare after losing their insurance due to the COVID-19 shutdown. 

Centers for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
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