MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society

10/16/2026

EQIP is administered by the Maryland Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC) and CRISP Health, with support from MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society. MedChi continues to support EQIP through practitioner recruitment, education, technical assistance, and program advocacy. It also provides administrative support to participants, helping practitioners across Maryland participate in value-based care.

💻 Read more in our latest press release here -https://www.medchi.org/Portals/18/EQIP%20PY4%20Press%20Release_1.pdf

10/15/2026

Health Policy Collective, a Johns Hopkins University group, held an Introduction to Health Policy and Advocacy meeting which outlined how health policy is shaped and ways that medical students can become involved.

From learning how health policy is shaped to exploring opportunities through the American Medical Association, MedChi, op-ed writing, advocacy days, and resolution writing, medical students are building the knowledge and skills to become tomorrow’s physician advocates.

We’re excited to see the next generation of physicians getting involved, finding their voices, and helping shape the future of health care in Maryland and beyond!

10/15/2026

CRISP Health, Maryland’s state-designated health information exchange, announced the fourth performance year results for the Episode Quality Improvement Program (EQIP), a value-based Medicare incentive program for Maryland practitioners. In calendar year 2025, EQIP generated $96.3 million in gross savings, representing a 58 percent increase from the previous year. Of the 128 participating EQIP Entities, 97 met the performance thresholds and qualified for shared savings, resulting in $35.8 million in net distributions.

🔗 Read more in the latest release from MedChi -https://www.medchi.org/Portals/18/EQIP%20PY4%20Press%20Release_1.pdf

10/15/2026

Physicians are integral in helping shape the future of medicine through the care they provide, fighting alongside patients for high-quality care and timely access to care every step of the way. From the exam room to medical research, education and advocacy, their work reflects a deep commitment to healing patients and making sure they feel heard, understood and supported.

That patient-physician relationship is at the heart of what it means to practice medicine. Healthcare is strongest when physicians aren’t burdened by red tape and instead have the time to listen and care for their patients.

Read about 10 of these physicians making their mark on medicine: https://www.ama-assn.org/public-health/optimal-health/10-women-physicians-making-their-mark-medicine

10/14/2026

Check out this Centennial yearbook from the University of Maryland School of Medicine which MedChi founded in 1807. This is just one of the many pieces you'll be able to check out at our First Annual President’s Brunch. If you would like to join us for this event, register here - www.medchi.org/museumbenefit.

10/14/2026

Medicine is a life of learning. Take My Advice is a Medscape series where physicians share their best lessons, the wins and losses, and how to use everything you know to become a better caregiver every day. Read more from long-time member Dan Morhaim in this Medscape article -

A hard-charging emergency room physician volunteers on the Navajo Reservation, and the culture clash is brutal. When he starts communicating their way, however, everything changes.

10/14/2026

10/13/2026

📣 MedChi is expanding!

We’re excited to grow our team and welcome talented professionals who want to make an impact, grow their careers, and support Maryland physicians.

Ready to learn more? Visit our careers page:
https://www.medchi.org/Your-Profession/Careers-at-MedChi-Member-Organizations/Careers-with-MedChi

10/10/2026

James M. Williams, D.O., is Inaugurated as MedChi’s 179th President!!