The CME sessions for 2021 Autumn Scientific Convention available on demand
Did you register for in person?
If you have registered for the 2021 Autumn Scientific Convention that was scheduled for Grand Rapids,
please note that the MOA Autumn in person convention at the Amway Grand Plaza this weekend October 29-31 was cancelled. Your registration was automatically transferred to the MOA Autumn On Demand program and you should have received an email with access information to the MOA Learning Center on the CE21 platform.
Are you pre-registered for On Demand?
If you pre-registered for the Autumn On Demand sessions you should have received an email with access information to the MOA Learning Center on the CE21 platform.
Looking to register for On Demand 2021 Autumn sessions?
Visit the MOA Learning Center at moa.ce21.com for access to 2021 Autumn sessions, plus other CME offerings.
2021 Autumn CME Sessions
23 AOA Category 1-A Credits - 23 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM
SESSION HIGHLIGHTS:
Sleep Apnea • Gastroenterology • Palliative Care Training • Hypertension in Geriatrics • Driver’s Rehabilitation
Cardiology Update • Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist Addressing Pandemic • Basic Management of Parkinson’s Disease
Lifestyle & Functional Medicine • Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine • Women’s Health • Safe Opioid Seminar (meets MI LARA requirement)
If you have any question, please contact Melissa Budd: [email protected]
Spring CME Sessions On Demand
The Spring CME sessions are available On Demand. Visit the MOA Learning Center to register and view other On Demand programs.
UPDATES ON COVID-19
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2021 - FROM MDHHS
Please review the important updates below for COVID-19 vaccine products.
GENERAL PRODUCT UPDATES
- All COVID-19 vaccines will continue to come with ancillary supplies.
- All Moderna orders will receive double ancillary shipments with each order to support booster administrations. Moderna 10/Moderna 14 orders approved by MDHHS from Friday October 22nd onward will have double ancillary supplies. Orders created prior to that time, even if they have not yet delivered, will contain a 1:1 ratio of vaccine to ancillary supplies.
- The Product Information Guide for COVID-19 Vaccines and Associated Products is being updated to include new vaccines (Pfizer Ped 5-11) and new ancillaries for administration of Pfizer Pediatric vaccine.
- CDC’s redistribution tool for ancillary supplies (Ancillary Redistribution Gadget for Healthcare Workers, or A.R.G.H.) is being updated to include all new products as well.
- Utilize this excel tool to help assure all the syringes, needles, supplies, and diluent needed for vaccine administration move with vaccine during redistribution.
- This tool is posted on our website and will be updated once the newest version becomes available.
- Please update VaccineFinder public display to ensure families can easily locate vaccine.
PFIZER
ADULT/ADOL Pfizer (Ages 12+)
- In preparation for pediatric launch, adult-adol ordering will be temporarily suspended this week. Please order what you need, but do NOT overstock (especially as we enter the Holiday Season).
- Suspension Timeline: Ordering of adult-adol Pfizer (product for 12 years+) will be paused at 2pm on Thursday October 28th. This refers to the time when the order needs to be at the MDHHS level. Ordering of this product will resume on Thursday November 4th.
PEDIATRIC (Ages 5 through 11 years)
- Pre-orders are complete. Thank you for all who have submitted pre-orders. As a reminder of delivery timeframes anticipated, attached is the ordering guidance shared previously.
- Ordering is expected to resume Tuesday November 9th and order quantities will shift to 100-dose minimum orders rather than the 300-dose pre-orders
- It is critical for all providers receiving pediatric doses to report inventory in VaccineFinder so parents and caretakers know where they can take children to get vaccinated.
- Additional order information will be shared as it becomes available.
MODERNA
- A separate email is being disseminated specific to Moderna vaccine due to the length of updates specific to this product. This separate Moderna email discusses booster recommendations as well as important updates regarding inventory reporting, waste reporting, and the latest information known for expiration extensions.
JANSSEN (JOHNSON & JOHNSON/J&J)
- J&J remains available for ordering.
- Please be sure to update Vaccine Finder upon receipt of J&J shipments.
Reminders for Reporting Waste in MCIR
- COVID-19 Vaccine Providers must report all wastage in the MCIR (doses which are broken, expired, drawn not used, etc.).To do so, providers must enter transactions in the MCIR Outbreak inventory as well as ensure submission of the COVID Return/Wastage Report in MCIR.
- A tip sheet has been developed for waste reporting guidance in MCIR: How to Create and Submit a COVID Return/Waste Report
If you have questions, please contact [email protected].
Thank you,
MDHHS Division of Immunization
Thank you,
MDHHS Division of Immunization
Stay up-to-date with the latest information about COVID-19 vaccines at Michigan.gov/COVIDVaccine.
Please direct Coronavirus (COVID-19) related inquiries to the DHHS COVID-19 hotline at 1-888-535-6136. For the most up-to-date information, facts and FAQs, go to www.michigan.gov/Coronavirus.
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Prior Authorization and Senate Bill 612
COVID-19 Practice Certification Assessment
It is recommended that participants read the PHYSICIAN PRACTICE COVID-19 PLAYBOOK and watch the video before taking this practice assessment.
Upon achieving a passing grade with this practice-assessment, participants will be able to print their own Certificate of Completion for display in your practice.
Please Note:
This assessment Will NOT allow you to save and finish at a later date
This assessment Will NOT allow you to go back and change your answers
You must attain of a passing mark at least 88% on this assessment to generate your own Certificate of Completion for your records
Only 2 assessments can be taken on the same device over a 24 hour period. As long as participants are on their own computer or device, it will not be an issue
The Michigan Osteopathic Association (MOA) continues to monitor the ongoing spread of the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). While the immediate risk of exposure for the residents of Michigan remains relatively low, the MOA encourages all residents to follow recommendations to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The MOA conducts daily meetings to study updates to the situation in Michigan and stay informed on how other states are responding to the outbreak of COVID-19. In an effort to provide accurate information on the various issues surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak to MOA members, we have created a webpage to aggregate information:
CORONAVIRUS HOTLINES
MDHHS Coronavirus General Information (8am-5pm daily): 888-535-6136
MDHHS COVID-19 Emergency Laboratory Network Hotline 888-277-9894
Centers for Disease Control: 800-232-4636
ACEMAPP connects employers with professionals with job opportunities in the Great Lakes region. Employers include private practices, hospitals, health systems, community health centers, federally qualified health clinics, specialty practices, prison health, and telemedicine providers. Available locations range from rural to urban areas, and many opportunities qualify for loan repayment.
Opioid Prescribers' Legislative Alert
On December 27, 2017, the Lieutenant Governor signed into law several new requirements aimed at combating the opioid epidemic. The MOA is part of a coalition that is working with the Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to provide input from healthcare professionals in regards to the laws, regulations and systems used by prescribers.
For MOA members, a page has been created with an overview, a link to a summary (PDF) and a link to a survey designed to get feedback from the MOA membership.
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