MLMIC Joins Berkshire Hathaway Family of Companies

MLMIC Insurance Company (formerly known as Medical Liability Mutual Insurance Company) (“MLMIC”), announced today the completion of its conversion from a property and casualty mutual insurance company to a property and casualty stock insurance company and its acquisition by National Indemnity Company, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (“Berkshire Hathaway”).

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Sexual Harassment Law Written Policy Requirement Effective October 9

As previously reported, by October 9, 2018 all employers in New York State are required to adopt a written sexual harassment prevention policy that must include.....

or more information on the new sexual harassment laws or any employment law related matters, please contact Jay Silverman, Esq. at (516) 663-6606 or [email protected]

Regulated Marijuana Listening Sessions

The Department of Health, under the direction of Governor Cuomo, is leading a multi- agency study to understand the impact of legislation for regulated Marijuana in New York State.

Listening sessions began in early September and will be completed by mid-October. All sessions will be from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Doors will open at 5:30 PM. The sessions are open to the public, and to accommodate all those planning to attend, pre-registration is encouraged.

Nassau-Long Island - Thursday, September 27, 2018 – Hofstra University - 1000 Fulton Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11549 - Student Amphitheater, Student Center - Register

Suffolk-Long Island - Tuesday, October 16, 2018 - Clarion Conference Center - 3845 Veterans Memorial Highway, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 - Crystal Ballroom - Register

New Sexual Harassment Laws

Affecting New York State Employers

By October 9, 2018 companies will also be required to create or update and distribute written sexual harassment policies and institute annual sexual harassment training programs consistent with the requirements of the law. This training requirement provides a proactive opportunity for employers to educate their workforce and to address any issues that may be lurking before a problem arises. Beginning on April 1, 2019, employers in New York City with at least 15 employees have additional annual training requirements, including for supervisors and managers. [MORE INFORMATION]

Employment Opportunities:

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Tomorrow - Paid Family Leave Health Care Provider Webinar

There are still spaces available for tomorrow's Paid Family Leave webinar for health care providers. We are also offering another session next week.

As a health care provider, you play a critical role in certifying medical documentation in a timely manner and raising awareness of Paid Family Leave among your patients and their families.

This presentation will provide an overview of Paid Family Leave and health care providers' role in the process, and point you to some helpful resources. There will be time at the end for questions and answers as well.

Register

Tuesday, July 31, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Register here

Tuesday, August 7, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Register here

When you click 'Register here', you will be taken to a general information page. You must click 'Register' on the bottom of that page to sign up.

More Information is Available at ny.gov/PaidFamilyLeave, including request forms and downloadable guides specifically for health care providers.

LOW DOSE CT (LDCT) LUNG CANCER SCREENING

Due to the highly effective nature of LDCT for lung cancer screening in current or prior chronic smokers, MSSNY supports screening patients meeting five established criteria. These include:

Age 55-77 years of age
No signs or symptoms of lung cancer
A 30-pack years or greater history of tobacco smoking
Current smokers or have quit smoking within the last 15 years
A written order for LDCT from a qualified health professional following a lung cancer screening counseling that attests to shared decision-making having taken place before their first screening CT

CMS has waived Medicare coinsurance and Part B deductible for this preventive service and has reduced its hospital reimbursement (https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/lung-cancer-screening.html). It is covered by NYS Medicaid and by some Medicare Advantage plans. The US Preventive Services Task Force requires coverage by private insure carriers. Additional information is available at the Lung Association’s CT page on Medicare (http://www.lung.org/assets/documents/lung-cancer/interactive-library/lung-cancer-insurance-chart.pdf).

PLEASE HELP TO GET THESE PATIENTS REFERRED FOR SCREENING