“Congress’ decision to let the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits expire represents a significant missed opportunity to protect patients," says CMA President Dr. René Bravo. Read more: https://t.co/ngEqwogcMc

It's estimated 4.8 million will go without health coverage soon. But even without a health plan, people will still need medical care. #FQHCs are bracing for the influx of newly uninsured patients, but are concerned people won't know how to get care.

CMA warns federal cuts to American Academy of Pediatrics undermine children's health https://t.co/rmG8VnQfDb @CMAdocs #publichealth

CMA applauds launch of California-led initiative to protect and improve public health https://t.co/CVoeI1rkRU @CMAdocs @CAgovernor

San Luis Obispo County has confirmed its first measles case since 2018. As vaccination rates decline amid growing misinformation, cases are rising. Staying up to date on vaccines remains one of the most important ways to protect children and communities. https://t.co/M4mdFHtypc

San Luis Obispo County reports first case of measles since 2018

CA has the strictest regulations to prevent workers from inhaling toxic silica dust. But @westernOEMA physicians say most shops don’t have the money or capacity to comply with the rules, leaving thousands of stonecutters at risk of contracting silicosis.

CMA is urging Anthem Blue Cross to rescind a newly announced evaluation and management claim review policy scheduled to take effect Feb. 15, 2026. It may be inconsistent with law, lead to improper downcoding, delayed payments and increased burdens. https://t.co/kkp64hfZs9

This past Summer, @CMAdocs PSO completed our work in the IHA Encounter Data Governance Entity (EDGE) Project. Our team built encounter data resources, and provided direct TA to a cohort of practices & CHCs. How did we do? I’ll let the numbers speak for themselves:

On Jan 29, 2026, at 12 p.m., CMA hosts a webinar “Words Matter: Removing Biased and Stigmatizing Language from Clinical Communication,” examining how language can disproportionately affects patients with diabetes, obesity & substance use disorders. https://t.co/e4M09opbPD

#CMADocs applaud the launch of California-led initiative to protect and improve public health. It's a "bold, necessary and timely initiative to ensure California is able to respond to emerging health threats," says CMA President Dr. René Bravo. https://t.co/a0e9oVhfjo

For one couple, the loss of ACA health subsidies next year means choosing a lower-quality insurance plan with a higher deductible. For a family, it means going without insurance altogether. For a single mom, the spiking costs mean fewer gifts.

#CMADocs support @AGRobBonta in efforts to preserve crucial health care training and workforce programs. Federal H-1B visa changes would deepen our physician shortage and make specialty care even harder to access.

217 patients saw more clearly & felt seen. Free exams, glasses & Medi-Cal help delivered with compassion via #MedStudentsServe grant. Apps now open (up to $2,500) for students ready to uplift their communities. Your project could change a life. https://t.co/vzsNe5VAt3

Absent a deal, Obamacare subsidies will spike for millions of Americans in less than a month. Congress remains divided over how to address the expiring subsidies, with some members warning that their districts rely on Obamacare.

Medicare telehealth flexibilities have been retroactively restored through Jan. 30, 2026. Claims that were returned or denied during the shutdown because flexibilities had lapsed may now be resubmitted and paid. Practices should refile these claims. https://t.co/PPPXcfTypa

Orange County physicians agree; Extending the #ACA tax credits is one of the most immediate, impactful actions Congress can take to keep Californians covered, healthy, and financially secure. #HealthCareMatters

A new federal time limit for J-1 visas may force international medical graduates to leave the U.S. before completing residency or fellowship. CMA and AMA are urging exemptions so international medical graduates can finish their training without interruption.

Extending the #ACA tax credits is one of the most immediate, impactful actions Congress can take to keep Americans healthy and financially secure @AmerMedicalAssn

More and more people are discovering that their deductibles are rising significantly, worsening fears that they will no longer be able to pay for medical care. That’s on top of higher premiums; they could more than double.