http://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg.aspxGet the latest news from the Pennsylvania Medical Society on important bills that could affect health care in Pennsylvania. Copyright 2008en-usFri, 29 Aug 2008 21:16:59 GMT1http://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Smokingban.aspxSmoking will no longer be allowed in most public and work places in Pennsylvania beginning Sept. 11.Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:01:10 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Cancerdrug.aspxPharmacies may establish repositories to redistribute some cancer drugs to cancer patientsWed, 20 Aug 2008 16:41:12 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/IDbadge.aspxTwo bills introduced in the state General Assembly would require health care providers to wear identification badges.Fri, 08 Aug 2008 15:32:37 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/PHC4shutdown.aspxAn executive order from Gov. Ed Rendell has reopened the Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council (PHC4). Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:50:33 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Colorectalcancer.aspxAct 62 of 2008 requires health insurance policies to provide coverage for colorectal cancer examinations and screenings has been signed into law.Fri, 12 Oct 2007 11:07:40 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Ario.aspxThe state Senate on July 3, 2008, unanimously confirmed Joel Ario as insurance commissioner.Mon, 07 Jul 2008 14:40:25 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Autism.aspxA compromise bill requiring insurers to cover autism treatments has been signed into law. Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:37:45 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Harrisburgglance.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society gives you a quick overview on health care legislation that is being considered in Harrisburg.Fri, 11 Apr 2008 09:52:42 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/PerfusionistLicensureRequirements.aspxActs 19 and 20 of 2008 establish licensure requirements for perfusionists.Mon, 27 Aug 2007 22:40:12 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/HB2098.aspxHouse Bill 2098 would deny payment to physicians for preventable serious complications, or "serious adverse events."Thu, 21 Feb 2008 11:58:50 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Drugguidelines.aspxFederal guidelines on prescription drug disposal recommend that patients not flush most unused drugs.Thu, 20 Mar 2008 10:34:46 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/SB1137.aspxThe following is a statement from Peter S. Lund, MD, president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, regarding the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passing amendments to Senate Bill 1137.Thu, 13 Mar 2008 11:50:34 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/PHC4.aspxHouse Bill 2028 would renew the Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council.Wed, 27 Feb 2008 13:58:11 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/SB295.aspxSenate Bill 295 would prohibit commercial diesel vehicles from idling for more than five minutes every hour.Fri, 08 Feb 2008 13:29:22 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/HIVTesting.aspxSenate Bill 1261 would permit immediate testing of patients when a health care worker may have been exposed to the HIV virus.Mon, 04 Feb 2008 10:41:26 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/OfficeofWomensHealth.aspxHouse Bill 2115 would create a new state office dedicated to increasing preventive care and encouraging healthy lifestyles for women. Mon, 04 Feb 2008 10:38:37 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/WorkersComp.aspxThe WC Part B fee schedule increased in 2008.Thu, 16 Aug 2007 11:31:43 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Deferment.aspxElimination of the 20/220 rule has threatened medical school loan deferment due to economic hardship.Mon, 05 Nov 2007 11:58:07 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Needlesandsyringes.aspxThe State Society supports sale of needles and syringes without prescription but asks for regulations to prevent abuse.Mon, 01 Oct 2007 16:46:25 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/HB1188.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society is working to resolve concerns with a bill that would strip due process safeguards from physicians and subject them to large fines for challenging the right of a licensing board to obtain information.Mon, 01 Oct 2007 15:32:46 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Lymedisease.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society opposes a bill that would endorse a specific treatment for lyme disease.Mon, 17 Sep 2007 13:22:46 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society represents physician and patient interests to be sure health care reform promotes better care.Fri, 10 Aug 2007 10:30:42 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/Smokingban.aspxSmoking will no longer be allowed in most public and work places in Pennsylvania beginning Sept. 11.Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:01:10 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/SB1372.aspxTwo more bills that would have extended Mcare abatement were left hanging when the General Assembly left for the summer on July 4, 2008.Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:03:48 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/Blueslegislation.aspxAct 62 of 2008, which includes an increase in state oversight of the proposed merger of Highmark and Independence Blue Cross (IBC), has been signed by the governor.Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:39:07 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/Smokingexemptions.aspxPennsylvania now has an indoor smoking ban.Mon, 07 Apr 2008 14:51:18 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/RepublicanPlan.aspxRepublicans in the State Senate have announced HealthNET PA, their plan to expand access to health care.Wed, 11 Jun 2008 10:15:36 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/Mcarehearing.aspxMembers of the Pennsylvania medical community asked the Senate's Banking and Insurance Committee on June 3, 2008, to separately consider Mcare abatement extension and phase-out and a plan to expand health insurance coverage to the uninsured. Thu, 05 Jun 2008 09:36:47 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/Reformplan.aspxThe House of Representatives has passed a plan that would extend Mcare abatement, phase out the Mcare fund, and expand state-subsidized health care. The Pennsylvania Medical Society has some concerns with the plan, which now goes before the Senate. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 14:19:47 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/Mcarestatement.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society has developed a three-point plan address Mcare abatement and health care reform efforts.Fri, 21 Dec 2007 16:46:42 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/Telemedicine.aspxThe bill would require Pennsylvania licensing of anyone from outside the commonwealth who practices medicine in the commonwealth using telemedicine.Fri, 26 Oct 2007 12:50:31 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/Insurancerate.aspxThe Pennsylvania House of Representatives has approved HB 2005, which would not permit large health insurance companies to adjust rates because of demographic factors. Wed, 21 Nov 2007 12:46:36 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/ASF.aspxAct 52 of 2007 mandates that ambulatory surgical facilities develop infection control plans.Fri, 16 Nov 2007 14:01:01 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/CAP.aspxA bill proposing health insurance coverage for all Pennsylvania residents has been introduced in the state House of Representatives.Thu, 04 Oct 2007 15:26:40 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/Executiveorders.aspxAs part of his Prescription for Pennsylvania reform plan, Gov. Rendell on May 21 issued executive orders on chronic disease management and health care equity.Mon, 24 Sep 2007 11:09:11 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/EPrescribingLegislation.aspxLegislation that would establish ePrescribing guidelines was introduced in the state House of Representatives on July 3, 2007.Mon, 27 Aug 2007 11:15:28 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/LoanForgiveness.aspxThe state House of Representatives approved legislation on June 26 that would forgive medical school loans for new doctors if they agree to practice Pennsylvania for at least 10 years.Mon, 27 Aug 2007 11:58:49 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/Rx4PAconcerns.aspxThe Society has met with legislators and key stakeholders to voice its opposition to some sections of Prescription for Pennsylvania.Thu, 11 Oct 2007 11:22:42 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Prescription4PA/PrescriptionforPA.aspxGov. Ed Rendell on Jan. 17, 2007, announced his "Prescription for Pennsylvania"-a reform plan focused on reducing the state's health care costs and improving the quality, safety, and affordability of health care for all Pennsylvanians.Fri, 24 Aug 2007 12:05:53 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/BluesMerger_1.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society provides information on the proposed merger of Highmark and Independence Blue Cross (IBC), which would form the third largest health insurance company in the nation and the largest in Pennsylvania.Mon, 27 Aug 2007 23:10:22 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/BluesMerger_1/Mergertestimony.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society cannot support a merger of Highmark and Independence Blue Cross (IBC) until the benefits of the merger are specifically defined.Fri, 11 Jul 2008 13:24:28 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/BluesMerger_1/Blueslegislation.aspxAct 62 of 2008, which includes an increase in state oversight of the proposed merger of Highmark and Independence Blue Cross (IBC), has been signed by the governor.Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:39:07 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/BluesMerger_1/Federalreview.aspxFederal regulators will need to do a second review of the proposed merger between Highmark and Independence Blue Cross (IBC) because their preliminary approval of the merger expired at the end of May 2008. Tue, 03 Jun 2008 09:27:05 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/BluesMerger_1/ProposedInsuranceMerger.aspxThe following statement is in response to the merger announcement by Highmark and Independence Blue Cross.Thu, 13 Sep 2007 11:46:26 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/BluesMerger_1/TestimonyIBCHighmark.aspxOn April 9, 2007, C. Richard Schott, MD, Vice Chair of the Pennsylvania Medical Society's Board of Trustees, presented the following testimony to the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary.Mon, 27 Aug 2007 23:34:30 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/BluesMerger_1/Mergerconcerns.aspxHighmark Inc. and Independence Blue Cross have announced their intent to merge.Thu, 11 Oct 2007 11:04:03 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/EPrescribingLegislation.aspxLegislation that would establish ePrescribing guidelines was introduced in the state House of Representatives on July 3, 2007.Mon, 27 Aug 2007 11:15:28 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Technologyregulations.aspxExceptions and safe harbors to federal fraud and abuse laws allow physicians to receive donations of certain electronic health records and electronic prescribing technologies and services. Fri, 14 Sep 2007 11:13:49 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements.aspxPennsylvania Medical Society leaders provide statements, testimony, and interviews on the most important issues affecting health care in Pennsylvania.Tue, 14 Aug 2007 09:51:30 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/SB1137.aspxThe following is a statement from Peter S. Lund, MD, president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, regarding the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passing amendments to Senate Bill 1137.Thu, 13 Mar 2008 11:50:34 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/HB798.aspxIn written testimony to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives' Health and Human Services Committee, the president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society discusses a bill on lyme disease treatment.Tue, 02 Oct 2007 10:06:54 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/9607Testimony.aspxOn September 6, 2007, the Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented the following testimony to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives' House Insurance Committee.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 09:38:18 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/Rx4Pastatement.aspxThe president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society responds to Governor Rendell's 'Prescription for Pennsylvania' announcement.Mon, 24 Sep 2007 09:26:39 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/62607Testimony.aspxOn June 26, 2007, the Pennsylvania Medical Society presented the following testimony to the Pennsylvania Senate Banking Insurance Committee.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 09:44:13 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/51907Testimony.aspxOn May 19, 2007, the Pennsylvania Medical Society presented the following testimony to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives' Professional Licensure Committee.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 09:50:14 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/52107Statement.aspxThe following is a statement is in regards to Gov. Rendell's executive order issued to establish the Gov.'s Chronic Care Management, Reimbursement, and Cost Reduction Commission. Fri, 05 Oct 2007 09:58:05 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/51707Statement.aspxThe following is an opinion editorial in response to a Steven B. Larchuk, Esq, editorial appearing in the Harrisburg Patriot-News on May 6, 2007.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 10:30:04 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/5807Statement.aspxOn May 8, 2007, Mark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, participated in the National Patient Advocate Day at the state capitol. Fri, 05 Oct 2007 10:36:52 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/5307Testimony.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society presented the following testimony to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives' Professional Licensure Committee.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 10:40:00 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/Healthaffairsstudystatement.aspxThis statement from the president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society is in response to an April 2007 study published in the journal Health Affairs. Fri, 21 Sep 2007 10:44:25 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/51207Testimony.aspxThe Pennsylvania Medical Society presented testimony before the Pennsylvania House Insurance Committee on May 12, 2005.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 10:46:27 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/Latinohealthmonth.aspxThis statement was given by William W. Lander, MD, immediate past president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society and a practicing family physician from Bryn Mawr.Tue, 25 Sep 2007 11:31:38 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/31907Testimony.aspxThe following is a statement from Mark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, in response to Pennsylvania House Bill 700 being introduced on March 19, 2007. Dr. Piasio is a practicing orthopedic surgeon from Dubois, Pa.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 10:57:27 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/41107Testimony.aspxOn April 11, 2007, Mark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented the following testimony to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Insurance Committee.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:08:02 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/TestimonyIBCHighmark.aspxOn April 9, 2007, C. Richard Schott, MD, Vice Chair of the Pennsylvania Medical Society's Board of Trustees, presented the following testimony to the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary.Mon, 27 Aug 2007 23:34:30 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/32807Testimony.aspxOn March 28, 2007, Mark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented the following testimony to the Pennsylvania Senate Communication and Technology Committee.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:30:41 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/121106Statement.aspxMark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, comments on Gov. Ed Rendell's remarks on reforming health care in Pennsylvania.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:40:29 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/11206Testimony.aspxOn November 2, 2006, Mark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, President, Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented the following testimony to the Pennsylvania Mcare Commission Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:52:29 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/101906Statement.aspxThe following is a statement from Mark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society and a practicing orthopedic surgeon from DuBois, PA.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:56:38 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/92106Testimony.aspxOn September 21, 2006, Charles Cutler, Trustee, Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented the following testimony to the Pennsylvania Senate Communications and Technology Committee.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 12:04:09 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/92006Statement.aspxThe following is a statement from Mark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society and a practicing orthopedic surgeon from DuBois, PA.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 12:08:55 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/3306Statement.aspxPatient Safety Awareness Week, March 5 - 11, 2006 The following is a statement from Mark A. Piasio, MD, president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society and a practicing orthopedic surgeon from DuBois, PA.Fri, 05 Oct 2007 12:12:57 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/9706Testimony.aspxMark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented testimony on September 7, 2006, to the United States Senate Committee on the Judiciary.Thu, 11 Oct 2007 12:02:19 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/82306Testimony.aspxMark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented testimony on August 23, 2006 to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, Insurance Committee.Thu, 11 Oct 2007 12:08:31 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/81606Testimony.aspxMark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented testimony on August 16, 2006 to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, Professional Licensure Committee. Thu, 11 Oct 2007 12:13:54 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/72006Testimony.aspxWilliam W. Lander, MD, Immediate Past President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented testimony on July 20, 2006 to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Select Committee on Influenza Vaccine.Thu, 11 Oct 2007 12:17:42 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/6106Testimony.aspxOn June 1, 2006, Mark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, President, Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented testimony to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Committee on Professional Licensure.Thu, 11 Oct 2007 15:46:17 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/6806Testimony.aspxOn June 8, 2006, Mark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, President, Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented testimony to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Committee on Professional Licensure.Thu, 11 Oct 2007 15:50:46 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/5906Testimony.aspxWilliam W. Lander, MD, Immediate Past President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented testimony to the Select Committee on Influenza on May 9, 2006.Thu, 11 Oct 2007 15:55:17 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/5306Testimony.aspxMark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, Pennsylvania Medical Society president, on May 3, 2006, presented testimony to the Pennsylvania House Insurance Committee.Thu, 11 Oct 2007 16:00:24 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/42406OpEd.aspxThe following is a guest opinion by Mark A. Piasio, MD, MBA, President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society.Thu, 11 Oct 2007 16:05:39 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/31406Testimony.aspxBruce A. MacLeod, MD, Vice Chair, Board of Trustees of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, presented testimony on March 14, 2006 to the Pennsylvania Senate Public Health and Welfare Committee. Thu, 11 Oct 2007 16:11:27 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/11706Testimony.aspxMark A. Piasio, MD, Pennsylvania Medical Society president, on January 17, 2006, presented testimony to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives House Republican Policy Committee.Fri, 12 Oct 2007 11:43:33 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/11006Statement.aspxThe following is a statement from Mark A. Piasio, MD, president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society and a practicing orthopedic surgeon from DuBois, PA.Fri, 12 Oct 2007 12:12:00 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/102805Testimony.aspxWilliam W. Lander, MD, immediate past president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, on October 28, 2005, presented testimony to the Pennsylvania Medicaid Listening Tour.Fri, 12 Oct 2007 12:17:21 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/92105Testimony.aspxWilliam W. Lander, MD, Pennsylvania Medical Society president, on September 21, 2005, presented testimony to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives' Insurance Committee.Mon, 15 Oct 2007 11:16:37 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/92105Testimony_1.aspxWilliam W. Lander, MD, Pennsylvania Medical Society president, on September 21, 2005, presented testimony to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Health and Human Services Committee.Mon, 15 Oct 2007 11:23:43 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/6105Statement.aspxPennsylvania Medical Society says Studies Prove that a Broken Legal System Hurts the Patient-Doctor Relationship and Drives Up Health Care CostsMon, 15 Oct 2007 11:46:09 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/5207Statement.aspxPennsylvania Medical Society says it's only the tip of the iceberg. The following is a statement from Roger F. Mecum, Executive Vice President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society.Mon, 15 Oct 2007 11:58:18 GMThttp://pamedsoc.com/MainMenuCategories/Government/NewsfromHarrisburg/Statements/Rx4PAconcerns.aspxThe Society has met with legislators and key stakeholders to voice its opposition to some sections of Prescription for Pennsylvania.Thu, 11 Oct 2007 11:22:42 GMT