HAM Grant Program

The Houston Academy of Medicine has launched a grant program for HCMS members supporting innovative projects in patient care, physician well-being, and public health. Apply by June 1, 2026.

For more information on the program

Check out PMI's upcoming webinars

Practice Management Institute has many upcoming webinars, such as Billing for Telehealth and Effective Denial Management. Additionally, registration for the Certified Medical Office Manager (CMOM®) classes for March is now open. HCMS members and their staff can use promo code HCMS30 for a 30% discount!

Click here for a full listing of webinars

HCMS 2027 Elective and Appointed Positions

The Harris County Medical Society (HCMS) Nominating Board will begin the process of candidate selection for the following 2027 elective offices in late spring. Committee nominations can be submitted at any time throughout the year. Deadline for elective position nominations is May 22, 2026.

Call for Nominations Form   

Insurer Accountability the Center of New Surprise Billing Legislation

The No Surprises Act Enforcement Act closes a key gap by requiring insurers to make timely payments during the dispute process.  Urge your U.S. representative to cosponsor H.R. 4710 and hold insurers accountable.

 

Act now!

Memorial Hermann back in-network with BCBS Texas

Memorial Hermann Health System has reached an agreement with BCBSTX and is back in-network, effective immediately and retroactive to April 1. Out-of-network claims will be reprocessed as in-network. Patients do not need to take action, though adjustments may take several weeks. 

 

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Updated/reviewed on 04-14-2026