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The Santa Cruz Monterey Medical Association (SCMMA) is dedicated to promoting the science and art of medicine, protecting public health, and enhancing the medical profession. The Santa Cruz Monterey Medical Association (SCMMA) is a professional organization committed to advancing the science and art of medicine, safeguarding public health, and elevating the medical profession within Santa Cruz and

Monterey counties. As a component society of the California Medical Association, SCMMA collaborates closely with state and local entities to advocate for physicians and enhance community health. Our initiatives focus on supporting medical professionals through education, advocacy, and community engagement, ensuring the highest standards of healthcare for our region. These bios reflect SCMMA's mission and its integral relationship with the California Medical Association, emphasizing its dedication to both physicians and community health.

04/17/2026

Our Mission
Physicians of the SCMMA are dedicated to the promotion of the science and art of medicine, protection of public health, and the betterment of the medical profession.

Our Values
• Community service
• Access to quality health care for all people
• Healthy communities
• Justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Protection of the patient-physician relationship
• Protection of the profession of medicine
• Trust, integrity, honesty, transparency, and innovation
• Well being of physicians

04/14/2026

Legislative News
The California Medical Association (CMA) is firmly opposing a misguided statewide ballot initiative – currently gathering signatures to qualify for the November 2026 election – that would destabilize the state’s health care safety net. While the proposal – being pushed by SEIU-UHW – is being presented to voters as an accountability and transparency measure, its stringent spending regulations risk financially crippling the very facilities that millions of vulnerable, low-income Californians rely on for essential medical services.Learn more at https://bit.ly/4t8QOu7

04/09/2026

MEDICARE NEWS: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has posted an updated Advance Beneficiary Notice of Non-coverage (ABN), Form CMS-R-131 - AT https://www.cms.gov/medicare/forms-notices/beneficiary-notices-initiative/ffs-abn. The form is effective immediately and will expire on March 31, 2029.

As previously reported, the old form expired on January 31, 2026. According to CMS, there will be a short transition period during which practices can continue to use the expired ABN form. However, effective May 13, 2026, the expired ABN will no longer be accepted and practices must begin using the new form with the March 31, 2029, expiration date. Practices are encouraged to transition to the updated form as soon as possible.

04/06/2026

Virtual Grand Rounds: Psychedelic Therapy - What We Do and Don't Know
Hosted by CMA

While psychedelic therapy is still controversial and not considered the standard of care, the subject has seen increasing interest by both the media and patients. In this Virtual Grand Rounds, Joshua Woolley, M.D., Ph.D., will discuss the current state of psychedelic therapy including clinical evidence, legal status, long-term data and regulatory factors. Additionally, California Department of Public Health Director Erica Pan, M.D., MPH, will discuss the winter respiratory virus season as well as other important emerging public health issues.

🗓️ Event Date: April 14, 2026 - 12-1PM PST
🔔Early Bird Discount Deadline: Tues., April 14, 2026
🔔 Registration Deadline: Tues., April 14, 2026

Learn more at https://bit.ly/4bJefVf

04/02/2026

Legislative Advocacy Day - Wed., April 8, 2026

The California Medical Association (CMA) will host its 52nd annual Legislative Advocacy Day on April 8, 2026, in Sacramento.

CMA's Legislative Advocacy Day consistently brings together more than 400 physician and medical student leaders from all specialties and modes of practice. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with legislators on priority health care issues.

• Registered attendees will receive a webinar training on legislation and policy affecting the practice of medicine.

REGISTER AT: https://bit.ly/4tQvvyE

03/31/2026

Join SCMMA: Strengthening the Medical Community

Are you a physician practicing in Santa Cruz or Monterey County? Join SCMMA and gain access to professional development, advocacy support, physician well-being resources, and a strong community of medical professionals committed to excellence.

📍 Become a member today at cruzmed.org

03/27/2026

Advocating for Public Health Policies

Healthcare is shaped by policy, and SCMMA actively advocates for laws that improve public health and support medical professionals in our community. From expanding physician access to mental health services to strengthening patient protections, we’re working to build a healthier future for Santa Cruz and Monterey counties.

📢 Get involved: cruzmed.org

03/24/2026

Physician Directory: Find Trusted Local Care

Looking for a local physician in Santa Cruz or Monterey County? The SCMMA Physician Directory connects patients with trusted doctors across various specialties.

🔗 Visit cruzmed.org to find a physician near you!

03/19/2026

Support the SCMMA Foundation: Get Involved!

Our foundation thrives on community support! Your donation or volunteer time helps us expand healthcare access, fund future physicians, and enhance physician well-being programs in Santa Cruz and Monterey counties.
📢 Join our mission: cruzmed.org

03/13/2026

Become a SCMMA/CMA member!

Join 44,000 physicians across California who are shaping the future of health care legislation and protecting the practice of medicine. Your voice matters.

Santa Cruz Monterey Medical Association
1975 Soquel Drive, Suite 215
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 479-7226 or (831) 455-1008

Connect with us to learn more. https://www.cruzmed.org/home.aspx

03/11/2026

The California Legislature is a consistent source of healthcare legislation, affecting the medical field state-wide and SCMMA members locally. The SCMMA and CMA work to promote and resolve legislative, legal, and regulatory issues for the benefit of physicians and patients. Visit https://bit.ly/4t8wtpQ to see legislation CMA is tracking for the current session of the California Legislature, and policy issues the SCMMA and CMA have advocated on over the past year.

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1975 Soquel Drive, Ste 215
Santa Cruz, CA
95065

Telephone

+18314797226

Website

https://www.cruzmed.org/

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