February 3, 2025
SCMA Highlights the Importance of Patient-Physician Relationship Ahead of World Cancer Day
As World Cancer Day approaches on February 4, the South Carolina Medical Association (SCMA) is reaffirming its commitment to empowering physicians with the tools, training, and resources they need to establish strong, foundational relationships with their patients.
January 30, 2025
New Poll: 96% of South Carolinians Demand Physician-Led Healthcare in Critical Procedures
New polling from Starboard Communications indicates widespread opposition to the efforts of some to eliminate physician-led healthcare this legislative session.
January 8, 2025
Media Availability: South Carolina Medical Association Members on Jan. 1 Medicare Reimbursement Cut, Effects on South Carolina
The South Carolina Medical Association (SCMA) strongly opposes the 2.83% cut included in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) 2025 Medicare physician payment schedule, which went into effect one week ago on January 1.
November 13, 2024
South Carolina Medical Association Announces 2025 Policy Priorities
The South Carolina Medical Association (SCMA) has announced its 2025 policy priorities, centering around the expansion of healthcare access in rural areas and reducing costs through measures like insurance reform and price transparency.
October 21, 2024
South Carolina Medical Association Launches Your Care Is At Our Core Advocacy Campaign
The South Carolina Medical Association (SCMA) is proud to launch the Your Care Is At Our Core campaign in partnership with the American Medical Association (AMA) to strengthen the bond between patients and their physicians, the foundation of health care.
November 30, 2022
Legislative Spotlight: Senator "Danny" Verdin, III
Our November 2022 Legislative Spotlight features the Chairman of the Senate Medical Affairs Committee, Senator "Danny" Verdin, III. Learn more about what Senator Verdin anticipates for the 2023 Legislative Session.
October 31, 2022
Legislative Spotlight: Representative Jason Elliott
This month, our advocacy team, Holly Pisarik and Ben Homeyer, sat down with SC Representative Jason Elliott to learn more about his legislative priorities.
September 30, 2022
Legislative Spotlight: Senator Tom Davis
Each month, our advocacy team, Holly Pisarik and Ben Homeyer, will introduce SC physicians to a different South Carolina Senator or House Representative who serves as a key player in healthcare legislation. This month, Holly and Ben sat down with Senator Tom Davis.
September 8, 2022
AMA Report: Disturbing Trends on Overdose Deaths Requires Specific Actions, All-Hands Approach
CHICAGO—With a report issued today detailing the horrific toll of the nation’s overdose and death epidemic, the American Medical Association (AMA) calls for an all-hands approach – policymakers, public health experts, educators, faith leaders, and employers – to help save lives.
