New Laws Impacting Family Physicians in 2025: Key Legislative Changes in California

New Laws Impacting Family Physicians in 2025: Key Legislative Changes in California

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January 20, 2025 – The 2024 legislative session saw a record number of bills passing in California. These new laws will directly affect family physicians in 2025. From improving access to care to promoting physician wellness, these changes will shape clinical practice and patient care. In this article, we outline the most significant laws that […]

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New California laws target medical debt, AI care decisions, detention centers

New California Laws Target Medical Debt, AI Decisions, and Detention Centers

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January 16, 2025 – New California Laws: As the nation prepares for potential policy changes under President-elect Donald Trump’s “Make America Healthy Again” initiative, California, the most populous state and largest health care market, is bracing for its own set of adjustments. With supermajorities in both legislative houses, California Democrats passed significant health-related laws. Governor

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Check out our News about Dermatologicals Become the Costliest Drug Group in California Workers’ Compensation

Dermatologicals Become the Costliest Drug Group in California Workers’ Compensation

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January 13, 2025 – Dermatologicals Costliest Drug Group: Recent findings from the California Workers’ Compensation Institute (CWCI) reveal significant changes. These changes are in the drug prescription patterns for injured workers in California. Notably, anti-inflammatory medications remain the most frequently prescribed drugs, while dermatologicals have emerged as the most expensive drug group, driven by high-cost,

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Check out our news about DWC Now Accepting Applications for Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) Examination Scheduled for April 5-11

DWC Now Accepting Applications for Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) Examination Scheduled for April 5-11

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January 8, 2025 – Applications for Qualified Medical Evaluator: The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has opened the application process for the Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) examination, which will take place from April 5 to April 11, 2025. This examination enables medical professionals to become certified as QMEs, allowing them to significantly contribute to the

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DWC Enhances Online Education Modules for Workers’ Compensation Community

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January 8, 2025 – The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has recently made significant improvements to its free online educational training modules, available on its website. These updates aim to enhance understanding and practicality, providing comprehensive resources for the workers’ compensation community. As a result, stakeholders can stay informed about the latest practices and regulations.

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Check out our blog about Wildfire Smoke Alert: Cal/OSHA Urges Employers to Protect Workers from Unhealthy Air in Pacific Palisades

Wildfire Smoke Alert: Cal/OSHA Urges Employers to Protect Workers from Unhealthy Air in Pacific Palisades

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January 8, 2025 – Cal/OSHA is reminding employers to take necessary steps to safeguard workers from unhealthy air caused by wildfire smoke. The Palisades Fire is currently affecting air quality in the Pacific Palisades area, and updates on the fire’s status, road closures, and evacuation orders can be found on the California Department of Forestry

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Check out our blog about Cal/OSHA Cites Safeway for Exposing Workers to Hazards at Largest Warehouse in Tracy

Cal/OSHA Cites Safeway for Exposing Workers to Hazards at Largest Warehouse in Tracy

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January 7, 2025 – The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and its California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) have cited Safeway with $182,000 in proposed penalties for significant safety violations. These violations endangered approximately 1,700 workers at Safeway’s Tracy Distribution Center, their largest warehouse in the nation. Largest Warehouse in Tracy Cal/OSHA issued

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