Dec. 17, 2025

In a year defined by rapid change, rising pressures on medical practice, and pivotal decisions at the state Capitol, a constant remained strong: CMS brought physicians together. In 2025, the Colorado Medical Society put your membership to work—advocating for Colorado physicians and your patients, protecting the integrity of your practice, investing in physician leadership, and strengthening the organization that represents you.

This year in review highlights how your engagement impacted four critical pillars of our work: advocacy, education, belonging and organizational excellence. From high-stakes advocacy and expanded involvement opportunities, to strategic growth and strong stewardship of your professional society, we hope you see your values reflected in this work and your voice amplified through it.

ADVOCACY

EDUCATE AND ENGAGE

BELONG

ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Through Central Line, CMS members directly shape the policies that guide the Society's advocacy and priorities. Beginning in November, members were invited to review and provide feedback on a member-submitted policy proposal before it was considered by the CMS Board of Directors at its Dec. 5 meeting. The Board reviewed this input as part of its deliberations and voted.

The Board did not adopt this policy proposal and provided a statement as to why. As part of the Central Line process, the full membership now has the opportunity to vote on whether the Board made the right decision. This phase of Central Line voting closes Dec. 21. Members should use the individualized voting link emailed from [email protected] on Dec. 8 to take you directly to the Board's comment, the proposal and your ballot where you can cast a vote whether the Board "got it right." If a majority of members disagree with the Board's decision, the proposal goes back to the Board for reconsideration at the March meeting.

If you have not cast a vote yet, we encourage you to do so by following your individualized link, scrolling to the bottom of the page, and clicking "Provide Feedback." If you already cast a vote and want to change your vote or comment, you can do so by clicking "Update Your Vote." You can also review all feedback from each of the Central Line phases by clicking "Review Feedback." 

If you have any questions or would like to request your link, please don't hesitate to reach out to [email protected] or respond to this email.

State laws governing prior authorization will change beginning in 2026, bringing new reforms to support patients and physician practices. This CME Lunch and Learn webinar will help you and your practice: 

This virtual event will be held Thursday, Jan. 15, 12-1 p.m. It is ideal for physicians, practice administrators, and billing or compliance staff who want to be prepared for the 2026 implementation. It will be recorded, so even if you can't make it at the time, we encourage you to register to receive the recording.

ACCME Accreditation Statement: The Colorado Medical Society is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. 

AMA Credit Designation Statement: The Colorado Medical Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Your Care is at our Core: At your core, physicians are dedicated to caring for patients. In fact, 84% of patients agree that their physician values the patient-physician relationship and that it helps them make informed decisions about their health.

Driven by compassion, physicians chose medicine not just to heal, but to stand alongside your patients when they need it most. In every diagnosis and conversation, you strive to deliver exceptional, life-saving care. Learn more and share your story to be used in CMS publications.

Colorado Medical Society members can access a powerful, two‑in‑one benefit that combines permanent life insurance with long‑term care protection—through Copic Financial and BuddyIns. Transamerica’s Universal Life Insurance with a Long-Term Care rider offers a simplified‑issue program makes it easier than ever to secure meaningful coverage for yourself and your family. 

Why this benefit matters

Take a moment to review your personalized rates and secure protection that supports your long‑term financial wellbeing.

Dues invoices for Colorado Medical Society members for individual physicians and practices who have opted into group billing are due Dec. 31, 2025 for the membership period ending Dec. 31, 2026. Pay by the deadline to ensure you have no disruption in benefits – especially if you are Copic insured and benefit from the significant discount in medical liability insurance! If you have updates to your contact information or billing contact, please contact our membership department at 720-859-1001 or [email protected].

Renewing individual members not on a group bill, please visit cms.org/renew to access your online invoice or check your email for your personalized link.

It is strict CMS policy that your personal information is never sold or shared.

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Attorney Advertising: Prior results don't guarantee similar outcomes. Information provided is not legal advice and doesn't create an attorney-client relationship.

Do you have a position open at your practice? Space to sub-let? Selling your practice? Place a CMS Community Marketplace ad! CMS members receive the first month free. Contact [email protected] for more information!