DCMS Turns 160 Years Old! Happy Birthday!

On Saturday, May 25, 2013 the Duval County Medical will celebrate its 160th birthday! Through the years DCMS has evolved with the changing times of healthcare, but the one thing that has never changed is our commitment to our mission: Helping physicians improve the health of our community. We are so thankful for YOU, our members and supporters, because without all of you, this birthday would not have been possible.

Check out our Facebook and Twitter for fun history facts about DCMS. Click here to wish DCMS a Happy Birthday!

Please click here to purchase our history book, "Florida's Pioneer Medical Society: A History of the Duval County Medical Society and Medicine in Northeast Florida."

Dr. Kelli Wells named new Director of Duval County DOH

 We are excited to welcome Dr. Kelli Wells to Jacksonville as the new Director of the Duval County Department of Health. Previously, Dr. Wells served as Clinical Services Director of the DOH in Escambia County. Click here to see the full press release from the Florida Department of Health. 

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DCMS welcomed Dr. Ardis Hoven, AMA President-elect to Jacksonville!

The Duval County Medical Society was honored to continue a 20 year tradition of hosting the President-elect of the American Medical Association (AMA). Dr. Ardis Hoven’s visit to the First Coast included a tour of UF & Shands’ Center for Simulation Education & Safety Research, a panel discussion with the editorial board of The Florida Times-Union, speaking at the Rotary Club of Jacksonville, a visit with the Naval Hospital Jacksonville and a visit with the leadership of Florida Blue.

Dr. Hoven’s visit concluded with a DCMS Membership Dinner where members, state representatives and Dr. Hoven enjoyed a delicious dinner at Epping Forest Yacht Club. Dr. Hoven presented an update about the AMA which includes a multi-year improving health outcomes initiative, a $10 million grant to a school who presents an innovative training for medical students, and the AMA’s continued efforts to physicians understand and adapt to the changing healthcare system. Click here to view her entire presentation.

Check out more photos from the event here!

Primary Care Physicians eligble for increased Medicaid reimbursement

If you are a Primary Care Physician, you could be eligible to receive Medicaid reimbursements are the Medicare rate for certain services you provide to Medicaid patients. Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) recently announced that qualifying Florida physicians are closer to receiving increased reimbursement. In order to receive the increased reimbursement for Medicaid, you must fill out a self-attestation form PRIOR TO MAY 30. 

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