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Physician-Patient Relationship, Sanctity of

WEBPhysician-Patient Relationship, Sanctity of. The WSMA supports efforts to protect the sanctity of the physician-patient relationship and the freedom of health providers to …

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Advance Care Planning

WEBAdvance Care Planning. Advance care planning simply means making choices now regarding your future medical treatment. Many patients, their families, and loved ones …

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About the Foundation

WEBAbout the Foundation. The WSMA Foundation for Health Care Improvement is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. At the Foundation, we are living out a vision to make Washington …

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Access to Care Will Continue to Diminish In Washington …

WEBDecember 14, 2022 Access to Care Will Continue to Diminish In Washington Without Intervention, New Survey Reveals. SEATTLE, WA - Results from a new survey indicate …

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Quality Improvement Programs

WEBThe WSMA endorses statewide, physician-led quality improvement programs like COAP (Clinical Outcomes Assessment Program) and supports adequate funding through, but …

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Advance Directives

WEBIt's never too soon to have the conversation and document your wishes. Download PDFs: Overview and advance directive: durable power of attorney for health …

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Treatment of Immediate Family

WEBThe WSMA has adopted the following guidelines regarding treatment of immediate family members: Physicians generally should not treat themselves or members of their …

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Physician Credentialing

WEBPhysician Credentialing. Physician credentialing—the process of evaluating the qualifications and practice history of a physician—can sometimes take as long as six …

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Health Care Cost Transparency

WEBAt the September 2021 meeting, the Board voted to set the following total cost of healthcare benchmark: 2022-2023: 3.2%. 2024-2025: 3.0%. 2026: 2.8%. The board is currently …

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Department of Health Announces Regional Medical Officers

WEBThe Washington State Department of Health has announced the four physicians who will serve as regional medical officers as part of a Legislature-directed …

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