American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons's Recent LinkedIn Posts

This is such a complex issue that frequently impacts all healthcare providers. Good to have some insight into the issue from the vendor side and what providers can do.

Want to get involved in state advocacy but unsure where to start?  AAOMS has ready-to-use tools for members and state societies interested in learning more, including: - Legislative talking points - Model language - State grassroots campaigns - State legislative tracking map - How-to guides and templates  Start with the complimentary webinar, Engaging in State Government Affairs: A How-To Guide, to learn how state governments are structured, steps involved before a bill becomes a law and ways to effectively engage in the legislative process.  Access these resources at AAOMS.org/Advocacy.  https://lnkd.in/guTuGT5b

Congenital craniofacial anomalies are medical conditions and need to be covered by insurance. This is such a “no-brainer” policy it’s a shame this hasn’t passed yet, much less that it’s even needed to be required via legislation in this day and age.

Day on the Hill is always such a great meeting - not only to be in D.C. but also to get a chance to chat with our wonderful membership. Well done to the team (Jeanne Tuerk, Paula Kantas, MPH, RHIA, Bianca DiVincenzo and Lauren Wright) for another successful event on the books!

OMSs continue to face critical shortages of essential medications like anesthetics, antibiotics and emergency drugs. These disruptions limit access to timely care and strain the entire healthcare system. Two bipartisan bills in Congress aim to address this issue. The RAPID Reserve Act (S 2062/HR 3955) would help manufacturers maintain essential medications in reserve and increase production during future shortages. The MAPS Act (S 1784/HR 4191) would create a national database to track the pharmaceutical supply chain and identify risks before they lead to disruption. Urge lawmakers to act and speak up for patient care at AAOMS.org/TakeAction. #OMSAdvocacy

I’m recognizing #GrayMay along with more than 1.3 million other patients with brain tumors and their caregivers. In 2023, I lost my dad to gliblastoma, a devistating brain cancer with few treatment options. It's amazing that there has been so little progress on this front. #GoGrayinMay to help make real, tangible progress in the fight to conquer and cure brain tumors: braintumor.org/btam.

Still deciding whether to attend this year’s Day on the Hill? Join colleagues from across the country to meet with lawmakers, share experiences and help shape policies that affect oral and maxillofacial surgeons and patients. Review the priority issues that will be discussed with lawmakers, explore the available resources and view the full schedule of events to prepare for an impactful experience. #OMSadvocacy

Thank you to all of our members who serve on state dental boards. Your dedication and commitment to patient safety and the specialty are instrumental!

Rising costs of residency and education are having a domino effect on health care quality and access. Providers can’t afford to go where they’re most needed. Solo practice and academia are nearly impossible for new grads. And services for low reimbursement, charity care and Medicaid patients are getting harder to offer in the face of rising costs on top of significant education debt. We’re not asking for forgiveness - just deferral and a pause on compounding interest while training continues during residency. This is a common sense, responsible and reasonable approach to preserve and strengthen our healthcare system. Tell Congress to take action!

The March edition of the AAOMS Advocacy E-Newsletter has hit inboxes. Topics this month include: - AAAHC seeks public comment on proposed standards - AAOMS weighs in on student loan proposed rule - Virginia General Assembly adopts OPA model - New prior authorization requirements effective March 31 Previous editions can be found at AAOMS.org/AEN.