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Update on MultiPlan litigation: You can still participate to recover damages |
A federal antitrust case alleging that MultiPlan and major insurers colluded to suppress out-of-network reimbursement (In re MultiPlan Health Insurance Provider Litigation) continues to move forward. The Colorado Medical Society (CMS) joined this lawsuit as a plaintiff at the request of the American Medical Association (AMA), alongside several other state medical societies. The goal of the litigation is to compel an end to these alleged anti-competitive, price-suppressing practices.
The second part of this case is that affected practices may be able to pursue recovery of damages, especially if you are a specialty physician who bills for out of network. Though bellwether plaintiffs have been selected, you may still join the case. The AMA has vetted the law firms involved and secured discounted contingency fee arrangements for CMS members, meaning attorney fees are only paid if there is a recovery. CMS does not have a financial stake in whether practices choose to participate -- any damages awarded would go directly to the individual physicians or practices.
For those considering participation, you would not need to submit every affected claim. Because MultiPlan tracks payments by tax ID, attorneys can obtain a comprehensive claims history to assess the total impact. Your role would be to review a sample of explanation of benefits (EOBs) for out-of-network claims to confirm MultiPlan involvement. If one claim was processed through MultiPlan, it is likely there are many more. To learn more, you can complete a case evaluation form, which does not obligate you to join. |
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CUSOM, AMA collaborate on educational video series on caring for people with disabilities |
The American Medical Association (AMA) announced a collaboration with the University of Colorado Anschutz on a new educational video series to help physicians and medical students provide high-quality, patient-centered care for people with disabilities.
The Caring for People with Disabilities Series is free and available on AMA Ed HubTM, AMA’s online learning platform. The series gives health care professionals practical guidance, real-world strategies, and proven tools to meet the unique needs of patients with diverse disabilities. By addressing common barriers in clinical practice, the AMA aims to advance accessible, inclusive medical care and improve health outcomes for all people — including patients with physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities.
Each module in the series is under 30 minutes and accompanied by searchable transcripts. The first five are available now, with more planned for later in the year. |
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Clear Spring Health will be exiting the Medicare Advantage market as of June 1, 2026 |
An important update from our Partner in Medicine, Medicare Insurance Help |
Any providers who accept the Clear Spring Health Medicare Advantage plan need to know that their patients' coverage will end May 31, 2026. If a provider has patients with this insurance, consider contacting the patient to reinforce that their coverage is ending and they have a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) available to them through July 31, 2026 to obtain a new plan. It is critical to encourage them to apply for a new plan ASAP so they have a new plan as of June 1, 2026, so they do not experience a gap in coverage.
If a patient does not use this SEP, they will automatically revert to original Medicare (A&B) and automatically be enrolled in the Humana Basic Rx Part D plan effective Aug. 1, 2026.
MJ and Nina at Medicare Insurance Help can share more with you or your patients. Visit medicareinsurancehelp.com. |
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Benefit for practice staff: Discounted summer camp and child care |
Summer is just around the corner, and a partnership between Colorado Medical Society and KinderCare will bring to life unique summer camp experiences for members and practice staff.
Champ Camp Great Outdoors are open for enrollment in specific areas. These summer camps offer full-day care throughout the summer for your community’s adventurers ages 5 to 12. These camps are an inspiring place where kids can dive headfirst into new interests and meet their next best friend through our nature-focused program at Champ Camp Great Outdoors.
Tuition Benefit applies to all Great Outdoors Camps for your employees to use! Enter code KCLCPARTNERS at checkout. To learn more about each unique location’s offerings and for a parent to sign up their child(ren), follow the link below. |
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Your Care is at our Core: Campaign aims to rebuild trust between the public and physicians |
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Hospitals can be a vulnerable space for patients. Yet physicians are there every step of the way – ensuring patients feel heard and receive the care they need to heal. This National Hospital Week, we celebrate the physicians essential to delivering high-quality care.
Learn more about Your Care is at our Core here and reach out to [email protected] if you want to co-brand with your logo or feature one of your physicians. Pictured here is CMS President Brigitta Robinson, MD, FACS, trauma surgeon.
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Welcome our newest Partner, Welter Healthcare Partners! |
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CMS Community Marketplace |
Orthopedic Clinic Space Available for Lease at Boulder Community Hospital Campus
Clinic space available to lease on campus at Boulder Community Hospital - in the Riverbend Complex, corner location. Partial or full week space available. 2-5 exam rooms, front desk and waiting room, physical therapy space, xray room, casting/DME room in a functioning orthopaedic surgery clinic space. Prime location on top/2nd floor with elevator and stairs access. Parking right outside. Call for more information - 303-665-0286, hit option 4 for a staff member.
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Family Medicine Office Space and Practice Opportunity- Lafayette Established family medicine physician (30 years in practice) offering flexible opportunities in a unique, patient‑friendly office setting located in a renovated home in Lafayette. Available options include rental of two treatment rooms (approximately $900/month per room), with additional space for reception and storage. Opportunity to see existing patients while building your own panel, with most major insurances accepted (excluding Medicaid). Ideal for a physician seeking a gradual transition—also includes potential purchase of a well‑established practice with 2,000–3,000 patients.
Contact for more details: 303-588-4740 [email protected] |
Denver counseling center seeking physicians to join their Board
Maria Droste Counseling Center is seeking board members to join our growing organization. We are a Denver-based nonprofit with a mission of providing mental health care for all, ensuring access to high-quality therapy regardless of ability to pay.
Our board plays an active role in shaping strategy, expanding our reach, and helping more individuals and families access care. We’re looking for thoughtful, engaged professionals who want to apply their skills and networks in a meaningful way while gaining leadership experience, expanding their network, and making a tangible impact in our community.
Interested in getting involved? Please complete this brief form. |
Do you have a position open at your practice? Space to sub-let? Selling your practice? Place a marketplace classified ad with CMS! Members receive the first month free. Contact [email protected] for more information! |
Is your practice on social media? Follow us or reply to this email with your handles so we can follow you back, share content and tag you in posts to promote your practice! |
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