Health Matters • November, 2022

In OSMA's monthly Health Matters, we recap the most relevant information on topics important to Ohio medical
practices—including legislative advocacy actions, membership updates, professional development, our latest work and more.

Meet a Few of Our New OSMA Leaders

OSMA's Council (Board of Directors) had several new members elected this year.
We want to share some thoughts from Dr. Anderson and Dr. Mital
about their service and OSMA membership.

Read their Profiles >

Recent Study Reveals Increase in Ohio
Physician Burnout During the Pandemic

A recently published study of survey responses from over 1,500 physicians reveals higher levels of physician burnout during the pandemic. In addition, Ohio's residents in training saw higher levels of burnout than physicians in general. These results help confirm the importance of efforts to focus on healthcare worker well-being now and into the future. OSMA is committed to this effort through the launch of the Well-Being CARE Service—a confidential and free assessment and referral tool available to every physician and healthcare worker in Ohio.

Read the Study > Take the CARE Assessment >

Ohio Medicaid Announces Delay in Launch of
New Managed Care Plans

Are You Satisfied with the Medicaid
Managed Care Plans? Take the Survey >

Medical Board Update
Telehealth Regulation Progress

The Medical Board met on November 9, 2022. Staff for the Board explained that regulations governing the practice and administration of telehealth services are continuing through the approval process. Specifically, the final step before the rules become effective is review by the Joint Committee on Agency Rule Review. The Board anticipates beginning the JCARR review process before the end of the year. OSMA has worked with the Medical Board to improve the regulations for physicians, for example allowing physicians to establish the physician-patient relationship via a telehealth videoconference meeting as opposed to a required initial in-person meeting. OSMA will continue to monitor these regulations, engage our members for feedback, and provide updates.