District 3 still leading GO PAC GO campaign starting third quarter

The GO PAC GO first half ends and third quarter begins with District team 3 still in the lead as physicians across the state compete as a part of their congressional district team in supporting WISMedPAC during this month-long campaign. WISMedPAC enables the Wisconsin Medical Society (Society) to effectively lobby for smart health care policies benefiting patients and the practice of medicine.

Congratulations to Q2 MVPs Thomas Luetzow, MD, (District team 5) and Paul Wertsch, MD, (District team 2)!  Both contributed $1,000 in Q2 to help the Society stay in the game. Thank you for leading your teams by example and commitment.

The second half of GO PAC GO has begun. Help your team by contributing to the WISMedPAC. Get off the sidelines and get in the game.

Thank you to everyone who contributed! If you’re still on the bench, contact Heidi Green at 608.358.6116 or contribute online to get your name on the scoreboard.

Thank you to our team captains!
Team 1 – Don Lee, MD, MPH
Team 2 – Dan Bennett, MD, and Paul Wertsch, MD
Team 3 – Donn Dexter, MD
Team 4 – George Morris, MD, FAAN
Team 5 – Bud Chumbley, MD, MBA
Team 6 – Andrew Campbell, MD, Clarence Chou, MD, Sherry Clarke
Team 7 – Cynthia Hart, MD
Team 8 – Ken Pechman, MD, PhD, MMM, Bradley Burmeister, MD, John Hartman, MD

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Save the Date for the Annual Event! April 8 & 9, 2022

Please save the date for the Wisconsin Medical Society and Foundation’s Annual Event, April 8 & 9, 2022, at the Monona Terrace in Madison, Wisconsin.

This event will combine the Society’s education conference and the Foundation’s annual fundraiser into an event meant to connect, collaborate and celebrate with physicians from across the state. Based on the survey results from last year’s virtual event and requests from members, this year’s education will feature topics on advocacy, policy and disparities in health care.

Mark your calendars and watch future issues of Medigram for more information.

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Tomorrow's Friday Report to include naturopath bill update

The next episode of the Wisconsin Medical Society's (WisMed) members-only advocacy update airs tomorrow, October 7 at 12:15 p.m. WisMed’s Friday Report will give an up-to-the-minute update on the latest health care policy up for debate in Madison, plus a bit of an insider look into politics and policy.

This month’s topics will include a major development regarding a bill that would regulate naturopaths and allow them to prescribe most prescription drugs.

Hosted by WisMed’s Chief Policy and Advocacy Officer, Mark Grapentine, JD, these live webinars will occur the second Friday of each month from 12:15 – 12:45 p.m. via Zoom.

Register for one, some or all of the Friday Report sessions here. Registration and membership in the Society are required to attend. Please email [email protected] with any questions.

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Medical education planning committee seeks new members

The Wisconsin Medical Society’s (Society) Medical Education and Professional Development (MEPD) committee is looking for new members and invites physicians who are closely involved in their organization’s CME programs to serve on this important committee.

The MEPD is responsible for the Society’s educational programs. In addition, they accredit hospitals, professional groups and others to provide continuing medical education for physicians. 

MEPD committee members meet approximately four times per year. Other responsibilities include participating in accreditation surveys throughout the year.

Please contact the Wisconsin Medical Society if you are interested in serving on this important committee by sending your name and contact information (email/phone) to [email protected].

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Physician taxes could increase in 2022

Physicians could be impacted by the American Families Plan tax proposal. If proposed changes in the tax code that passed a House committee are enacted into law, wealthy taxpayers, as defined by lawmakers, will likely see their taxes rise.

The major provisions include:

• Raising the top federal tax rate from 37% to 39.6%
• Levying a 3% surtax on income higher than $5 million for single and joint filers
• Raising the tax on dividends and the long-term capital gains tax rate for assets held over one year to 25% (up from 20%) for individuals earning more than $400,000 and for couples that earn more than $450,000
• Placing new limits on those who have large retirement account balances
• Eliminating backdoor Roth IRA contributions
• Putting new limits on QBI deduction for some self-employed individuals

These proposals are a long way from becoming law but are winding their way through Congress. Please click here for additional information.

For personalized help with your investment and retirement planning, please contact Mark Ziety, CFP®, AIF® 608.442.3750.

Mark Ziety, CFP®, AIF®
WisMed Financial, Inc. part of the Wisconsin Medical Society.

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MCW community research poster forum October 14

The second night of the Medical College of Wisconsin-Green Bay’s (MCW) 2021 Pathways Presentation "Community Matters: A Community Research Poster Forum" will be held virtually on October 14 from 6-8 p.m.  

MCW-Green Bay students have partnered with numerous community members to design creative and impactful change for patients and families in the region.

Enjoy an eclectic group of projects.

Click here to join the event to see the following student presenters starting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 14:
Matthew Waldrop
Molly Kadlec & Luke Schuh
Kayla Holthaus
Megan Vandenberg & Sammy Woller
Haylee Geib
Marissa Cepress
Megan Barthels & Ben Hodapp
Lillian Quinones & Rachel Seiler
Cole Joubert & Jake Talhelm
Madison Harger

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