Useful guidance to help physicians and administrative staff with issues encountered in daily practice operations.
Practice Management
The WSMA offers tailored guidance and resources to help you practice medicine, regardless of your practice type or setting, or whether employed or independent.
Prior Authorization
A mobile-friendly "one-stop shop" for practice guidance on existing and new state prior authorization requirements
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Physician Unionization
Understanding the risks and benefits of collective bargaining for physicians and physicians-in-training.
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Balance Billing
An overview of legislation protecting patients from unexpected bills while preserving physicians' ability to negotiate fair reimbursement from Washington's health insurers.
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Contracting
Designed to help you review and understand the terms of contractual agreements you are considering entering into, whether it be for employment or with a payer or network sponsor.
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Private Practice
Education and resources to help support independent physicians in private practice.
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Peer Review and Medical Staff
Helping you build an understanding of important concepts such as peer review, just culture, and the role of the medical staff.
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Immigrant Welfare
Guidance for clinics wishing to adopt policies and procedures for addressing potential immigration enforcement activity in their settings.
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News from Our Partners
Update: Wildfire Emergency, Recovery Resources, Smoke Safety, and How to Help
August 13, 2026
Find resources, smoke safety tips, donation opportunities, and ways healthcare professionals can help recovery from the Spokane wildfires.
New Program Builds Next Generation of Health Care Advocates
April 28, 2026
The WSMA Medical Student and Residency Advocacy Program equips the next generation of physicians to advocate for patients and the profession.
Managing Social Media at Your Medical Group
April 28, 2026
How medical groups can build social media policies that protect patient privacy, professional integrity, and organizational reputation.