Indiana

The Indiana Chapter has fought for fair reimbursement for emergency department services during the past year. The chapter had meetings with emergency medicine groups, insurance companies, and state legislative agencies, and will continue to work toward fair reimbursement during the state’s upcoming legislative session.

Iowa

The chapter strengthened member engagement, networking, and educational opportunities through a successful annual meeting with more than 30 members and guests, development of a new joint educational series with the two Iowa residencies featuring a live podcast event, and hosting a dedicated reception at ACEP24.

Kansas

In 2024, the chapter had a record turnout and engagement at the ACEP Council Meeting. Additionally, we had the privilege of hosting ACEP Immediate Past President Aisha Terry, MD, FACEP, for Grand Rounds at the University of Kansas emergency residency program.

Kentucky

In 2024, Kentucky ACEP focused on physician billing and coding, and engaging with state leadership. Kentucky’s annual state chapter meeting was another success. The University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville emergency medicine resident programs continued their annual “Battle of the Bluegrass,” competing in knowledge and procedural events in a fun, spirited contest.

Louisiana

The LAACEP chapter authored the chapter council allocation resolution, and it was passed. Chapter councillor allocation will now be calculated based on the average for the year, instead of the final number on December 31. Phillip LeBas, MD, FACEP, received the ACEP Council Curmudgeon Award.

Maine

This year the Maine Chapter updated their bylaws and worked with the state of Maine to address the boarding of pediatric behavioral health patients.

Maryland

In April 2024, Maryland ACEP hosted its annual Educational Conference and Annual Meeting, attracting more than 150 attendees. Chapter leaders participated in the HSCRC ED Flow Committee, advocating for emergency physicians throughout Maryland. The yearly Legislative Reception in Annapolis welcomed many key legislators and staff, who engaged with chapter members advocating for emergency

medicine in the state.

Massachusetts

In June 2024, MACEP held a successful advocacy day at the State House and prioritized strengthening safety protections for health care; overhauling the involuntary commitment landscape for individuals grappling with alcohol and substance use disorders; and stressing deteriorating health care conditions, including the boarding crisis leading to poor patient outcomes, avoidable deaths, physician burnout, and a worsening workforce shortage.

Michigan

The Michigan Chapter celebrated the election of MCEP Past President, Diana Nordlund, DO, FACEP, to the ACEP Board of Directors. Rami Khoury, MD, FACEP, completed his term on the ACEP Board. Earl Reisdorff, MD, FACEP, received the 2024 James D. Mills Outstanding Contribution to Emergency Medicine Award. Advocacy efforts included conversations with state leaders about Medicaid reimbursement increases, as well as additional protections for emergency department workers from workplace violence.