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CCMS Mission:
Serve the needs of our physician members so they can better serve the needs of the community
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In this Issue:
News Briefs, Member Notices & COVID-19 Updates, Events, Member Spotlights, Member Benefit Spotlight – MCMS Insurance Trust
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News Briefs:
CCMS Physician Wellness Program receives $20,000 Contribution, Offers Service to Non-Member Physicians: “This fall, the Southwest Florida Physicians Association (SWFPA) contributed $20,000 to support the CCMS Physician Wellness Program, the 4th year SWFPA has supported this initiative.” - CCMS
Pfizer’s request to OK shots for kids a relief for parents: “(...Pfizer asked the U.S. government (on 10/7) to authorize its COVID-19 vaccine for youngsters ages 5 to 11. If regulators give the go-ahead, reduced-dose kids’ shots could begin within a matter of weeks.” - AP News
No Surprises Act Interim Final Rule is Bad for Florida Physicians: “The (FMA) considers the second Interim Final Rule implementing the No Surprises Act, which will instate a federal prohibition on out-of-network balance billing effective Jan 1st, an unfair handout to health insurance companies at the expense of access to high-quality, readily available health care in Florida.” - FMA
New Requirements for New Hire Reporting and Minimum Wage Increase: “All employers are required to report newly hired, or rehired, employees that are working in the state of Florida no matter how large or small their organization is. Previously this was only required of companies that had 250 employees or more.” - Markham Norton Mosteller Wright
Collier County's COVID cases fall nearly 44%, while Florida's cases plummet 33%: “Collier County reported fewer coronavirus cases in the week ending Sunday (10/10), adding 392 new cases. That's down nearly 44% from the previous week's tally of 694. Overall, Florida reported 25,184 new COVID-19 cases, down about 33% from the previous week's tally of 37,299.” - Naples Daily News
J&J asks FDA to authorize booster doses for its vaccine: “Johnson & Johnson has asked U.S. regulators to allow booster shots of its COVID-19 vaccine (...). A panel of FDA advisers meets next week to consider boosters for both J&J and Moderna vaccines. If both agencies give the go-ahead, Americans could begin getting J&J and Moderna boosters later this month.” - Health News Florida (Published 10/5)
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Women's Health Forum Call for Speakers:
Plans are underway for the 13th Annual CCMS Women's Health Forum, Saturday, April 23, 2022, 8:30 am to 1:00 pm at Naples United Church of Christ. This popular event is an educational forum for the public as a service to our community. Members who are interested in participating as a speaker, please complete the interest form and return to CCMS by Monday, November 15th.
Interested in being a sponsor or exhibitor? Please see our exhibitor form. CCMS members who are solo practitioners receive special rates, email us for details. For more information, call the CCMS office at (239) 435-7727.
Apply for Speaker Opportunity >
Complete Sponsor/Exhibitor Application >
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Renew Your CCMS/CCMSA Membership Today!
CCMS: The 2022 CCMS dues deadline is Dec. 31, 2021. Look for invoices to arrive in the mail soon for members who pay individually, or to practice administrators for group payment. Members and groups can also pay online at ccmsonline.org/membership. If you are enrolled in autopay and have any changes or questions, please email us or call (239) 435-7727 at your earliest convenience. Thank you for renewing!
CCMS Alliance: CCMSA invites physician spouses and CCMS members to join/renew their membership in the Alliance - CCMSA President's Letter/Membership Form
Renew CCMS Membership >
Renew CCMSA Alliance Membership >
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Invitation to join CCMS Committees:
Membership in CCMS committees is open to all CCMS physician members. If you are interested in serving on any CCMS committees, including the new CCMS ad hoc Committee on Diversity, Health Equity, and Inclusion, please contact April Donahue, CCMS Executive Director / (239) 435-7727.
Review CCMS Committeees >
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CCMS Physician Member Survey Results:
View our responses on member physicians who are accepting new patients to help with your referral needs. Member physician who would like to be included, be sure to complete the CCMS Member Survey to help us better connect with CCMS members, and connect members with each other. The survey also offers to collect and share member cell phones with each other for those who provide permission solely for this purpose. To request a list of members who’ve given permission, contact CCMS.
View Survey responses >
Complete the CCMS Member Survey >
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Upcoming Events:
NOTICE: All current event dates subject to change due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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CCMS Women Physicians Fall Social 2021
Thurs., Oct. 28, 6:00PM, Seasons 52
*Please note: online registration is closed, please email us or call (239) 435-7727 to join the wait list.
NEW DATE! Celebrate Women in Medicine Month (observed a month late) with your CCMS women physician colleagues for an evening of conversation & refreshments. Free for CCMS women physician members & prospective women physician members.
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Partner Events:
Note: Click here for information on various CME courses available
Spiritual Leadership in a Secular Healthcare Setting: Breakfast lecture CME
Sat., Oct. 16, 8:30AM, White Mass at St. Agnes Church
Features keynote speaker Paul Hiltz, President and CEO of NCH, panel discussion with the Presidents of the 3 largest hospital systems in the region, and a blessing of the stethoscopes. Includes breakfast and 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit. Cost: $50 | More Information > | Register >
FREE Webinar Via Zoom - Care Management Services: Missing Revenue for Physician Practices
Thurs. Oct. 21, 11AM - 12PM
Presented by Markham Norton Mosteller Wright and hosted by the National Society of Certified Healthcare Business Consultants. This session will focus on the patient qualifiers for Care Management Services (team-based for a patient-centered approach needed to help manage chronic illness), the physician and QHP responsibilities, and how to integrate these services into your practices for high-risk and high-cost patient populations. RSVP Via Email >
Post-COVID Care: the Path Forward - FMA Online CME
This panel-based CME activity shares timely and relevant information regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and how Florida has and continues to be affected. This course will provide a forward-looking picture of shifting health policy and clinical adaptations being made to get patients back on track to better health. 3 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit. Cost: Non-Member Price $250 / Member Price $125 | Register >
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CCMS Member Spotlights:
Email your news to CCMS to be included in the next issue
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Member Benefit Spotlight – MCMS Insurance Trust
Comprehensive benefit plans for physicians and their employees
For nearly 75% of employers in the healthcare industry, medical and pharmacy benefits are key for recruitment and retention.1 The MCMS Insurance Trust gives Florida-based independent physician practices a strategic advantage through comprehensive benefits.
As part of the MCMS Insurance Trust, physician-owned CCMS member practices gain access to:
- A broad portfolio of enhanced benefit plans to meet the needs of physicians and employees
- Large group benefits selection and purchasing power
Want to learn more about the MCMS Insurance Trust? Get in touch with CCMS or our health insurance plan broker. For more member benefits, visit the CCMS website or contact us at (239) 435-7727.
1Gallagher’s 2021 Benefit Strategy and Benchmarking Survey
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OB/GYN Resident Seeking Employment Opportunities: 3rd year resident at LSU-Shreveport. Received M.D. degree from Florida State University. 2016 Foundation of CCMS Scholarship recipient. Born/raised in Collier County, looking to return home to practice. Contact info: Karisa Brown, MD; cell (239) 601-1896 | |
Concierge outpatient practice in downtown Naples seeking LPN/MA. Must have experience in taking vital signs, scheduling appointments, Cerner EMRs, performing EKGs, and phlebotomy. Candidates must be professional, team players with customer service skills. Benefits include paid holidays, PTO, 401K, and health insurance. Monday-Friday shifts. If interested, please email resume to Susan. | |
CCMS member home for sale: Grand Waterfront home, Royal Harbor on canal, 4900 sq ft, two stories with elevator, 2 boat lifts, exterior and interior with kitchen upgrades 2020-2021. Contact John, Morguard Management at (504) 579-4672. | |
Physician Assistant Student Seeking Internal Medicine Preceptor: In need of an internal medicine preceptor (MD, DO, PA, NP) who is willing to precept for one month. Available months are October-December. If interested, please contact Samantha Isabella at (239) 285-6706. | |
Board-certified anesthesiologist/pain medicine specialist interested in office space share. Physician with pain medicine/addiction treatment practice in Washington, D.C. looking to open office in Naples area and share space with another physician. More information at dcpaindoc.com. If interested, contact John Dombrowski M.D. FASA at (202) 345-1784. | |
Busy physician office in North Naples is seeking medical assistant who is highly skilled, motivated and experience is a plus. This is a fast paced, growing practice and candidates must be self-starter, multi-tasked and highly motivated. Please call Jennifer at (239) 591-2803. | |
Neighborhood Health Clinic is seeking a Part Time Database Assistant to join the Development team as an integral internal representative, working with the donor base, fundraising objectives, donor and volunteer relationships, and independent projects. Contact CDO Keith Maples at (239) 529-2264. | |
Naples pediatric practice seeking NP or PA for 3 to 5 days a week. Please contact CCMS if interested. | |
Seeking physician offices who can welcome a high school student for career learning opportunities such as shadowing, scribing, lab work, etc. If interested, please contact CCMS. | |
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