posted: March 3, 2023
In 2022, a 501c3 non-profit, tax-exempt corporation named the MSP Foundation (MSPF) was incorporated, which can accept charitable fully tax-deductible donations. Chakshu Gupta, MD, is the Chair and a Director, Laura...
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posted: December 21, 2022
Dr. Chakshu Gupta, MSP President, is entertaining nominations, including self-nominations for the position of the president of the MSP up till our annual meeting. We also have one director position open that we would...
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posted: November 21, 2022
Dr. Laura Gardner, MSP Secretary and Chair of the Missouri Delegation to the CAP House of Delegates (HOD), invites MSP members to apply to join the CAP HOD Missouri Delegation and shares an update from the most recent...
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posted: October 7, 2022
MSP Leaders recently held a productive Leadership Retreat and 3rd Quarter Business Meeting at the Lodge of Four Seasons in Lake Ozark, Missouri. Thank you to those who attended and to the generous sponsorships from...
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posted: October 5, 2022
The Missouri State Medical Association (MSMA) has an excellent series of free webinars that include topics such as:
Employment contracts
Preparing for virtual interviews
Job search & interview tips
Private...
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posted: September 27, 2022
Members,The 3rd Quarter meeting of the Board of Directors will take place this Saturday, October 1, at the Lodge of the Four Seasons in Lake Ozark, Missouri. Members will come together to layout strategic efforts for...
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posted: July 25, 2022
The MSP president attended the recent Missouri State Medical Association(MSMA) Council meeting in Jefferson City on July 16 – 17, 2022. A large number of regulatory issues affect the practice of pathology as state...
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posted: May 25, 2022
The CAP is requesting you complete their 2022 practice survey. It is intended to be completed by all CAP members in Missouri. The survey results inform CAP Advocacy’s efforts to address the most important needs and...
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posted: April 21, 2022
MSP President Dr. Chakshu Gupta invites all members to join him for the College of American Pathologists (CAP) upcoming virtual Hill Day on May 3. Hill Day is an annual event that connects CAP members with their...
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posted: April 11, 2022
The Missouri State Medical Association (MSMA) held its 164th annual convention in St. Louis on April 1-3, 2022. The MSMA represents over 4,000 physicians and physicians-in-training from across Missouri and is a strong...
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posted: April 6, 2022
The American Board of Pathology has published the Spring 2022 issue of The ABPath Examiner on their website. This issue focuses on preparing for ABPath certification exams and completing the continuing education program.
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posted: March 16, 2022
The MSP met for its annual meeting in Columbia, Missouri on March 5. In case you missed it, MSP President Dr. Chakshu Gupta has provided a detailed account of the event in the letter below. Thank you to all those who...
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posted: March 9, 2022
MISSOURI — The Missouri Society of Pathologists (MSP) today announced the recipients of the Excellence in Research travel grants. Each awardee received a certificate of recognition and $250 to cover the cost of...
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posted: February 2, 2022
Are you ready to shape the future of pathology in Missouri? There has never been a better time to join the MSP!
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posted: December 9, 2021
On Thursday, December 9, the Missouri Society of Pathologists (MSP) sent letters to the Missouri Congressional Delegation urging their support for S. 3314 and H.R. 6020 – the Supporting Medicare Providers Act of 2021...
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posted: October 27, 2021
MSP have been successful in impressing upon Cigna the need for modification of their policy. As a result, Cigna will only enforce this policy at hospitals where they have contractual agreements regarding quality oversight...
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posted: October 14, 2021
Medical providers and insurance companies have a common goal – to provide high-quality and high-value medical care to our patients. The Missouri Society of Pathologists is teaming with the College of American...
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posted: August 23, 2021
TAMPA, Fla. — The American Board of Pathology (ABPath) is pleased to announce that all future Primary and Subspecialty certification exams will be administered exclusively at commercial testing centers. The ABPath...
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posted: August 2, 2021
Read the LetterVisit the WebsiteThe Missouri State Medical Association (MSMA) and Missouri Society of Pathologists (MSP) stand with Missouri physicians in promoting and encouraging COVID-19 vaccination.
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posted: June 21, 2021
The Missouri Society of Pathologists (MSP) applauds Cigna’s decision to stop implementation of their previously announced policy update on payment for the professional component of clinical pathology (PCCP) services....
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posted: June 7, 2021
The minutes from the May 19, 2021 Open Board of Directors Meeting are now available for MSP members.
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posted: May 10, 2021
On Friday, May 7, the Missouri Society of Pathologists (MSP) sent a letter to the Missouri Congressional Delegation urging their support for S.1024 – the Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act. In addition to our...
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posted: May 4, 2021
On Tuesday, May 4, 2021, Missouri Society of Pathologists (MSP) President, Dr. Chakshu Gupta, immediate past President, Dr. Joseph Lombardo, Treasurer, Dr. Jeffrey Craver, and Secretary, Dr. Laura Gardner, represented...
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posted: April 28, 2021
MISSOURI — The Missouri Society of Pathologists (MSP) opposes the new policy announced by Cigna to deny claims from the professional component of clinical pathology. This policy would affect pathologists in Missouri...
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posted: April 20, 2021
The Missouri Society of Pathologists (MSP) is proud to announce Resolution #18, “Public Recognition for COVID Lab Testing Personnel”, introduced in March by MSP President Dr. Chakshu Gupta, was approved...
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posted: March 15, 2021
MSP President, Chkshu Gupta submits resolution at MSMA House of Delegates supporting laboratory professionals work during covid-19 pandemic.Support for Pathology during COVID PandemicMSP hopes you as members will take time...
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posted: March 4, 2021
In this issue please find useful advice on navigating COVID-19 and other news and updates!
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posted: March 1, 2021
MSP has been very actively involved in advocacy against a very serious legislation in MO, House Bill 995; Modifies provisions relating to medical confidentiality which would significantly impact all clinical labs across...
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posted: December 14, 2020
I am writing as a constituent and President of the Missouri Society of Pathologists, a non-profit professional organization of laboratory physicians (mopath.org), to ask for your support of HR8702 that will address E/M...
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posted: November 20, 2020
Apply for MembershipAn organization dedicated to the practice of pathology in Missouri is especially vital in the present moment. A group of pathologists have come together from across the state to reactivate the Missouri...
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posted: June 22, 2020
The American Board of Pathology has released a new Annual Report, which focuses on 2019 as a year of change, innovation and new programs for candidates and diplomats.
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