Informing members on important issues, benefits, and services provided by HCMS

OCTOBER 2026


Choose the leadership of your medical society

HCMS officer elections begin Oct. 9 and end Oct. 23. Watch your email for voting instructions.

Final HCMS Branch Meetings of 2026

Join colleagues for networking, dinner, and Ethics CME. Southwest Branch will meet on Oct. 7 for a TMA legislative update and will include a reception with TMA President, Dr. Holland; Central Branch will meet on Oct. 8 to learn about establishing and maintaining a medical practice.

2026 Annual Business Meeting

The Harris County Medical Society and Houston Academy of Medicine Annual Business Meetings will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, via Zoom. Registration is required, so be sure to sign up.

Renew Your HCMS/TMA Membership for 2027

The HCMS/TMA joint membership renewals for 2027 have been mailed. Please renew your membership by Dec. 31. Thank you for supporting HCMS and Texas physicians through your membership.

Women Physicians Section

Join colleagues at the Junior League of Houston Thursday, Nov. 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. for networking, dinner, and an ethics CME on “Doctoring While Female: Succeeding in Medicine During Life's Seasons.”

Maternity coding revisions are here!

Significant changes to maternity care coding began Sept. 1. Review our new 2026-2027 Maternity Billing Guide, found on our Billing and Payers web page, for guidance.

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