Local + State. One Membership.
Exceptional Value.
When you join the Medical Society of the County of Erie (MSCE), your membership automatically includes full membership in the Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY). Together, these memberships give you access to a powerful suite of resources — from advocacy and legal support to financial tools, practice management solutions, and exclusive lifestyle perks.
A Unified Voice for Physicians
- Local Advocacy — MSCE represents your interests before local legislators, government agencies, and third-party payers — working to increase physician reimbursement and resolve regional access to care issues.
- Statewide Advocacy — MSSNY advocates on your behalf in Albany and Washington on the issues that matter most to New York physicians.
- Marketing & Visibility — Promote your practice and important updates to 3,000+ physicians across Western New York through MSCE’s communications network.
- Physician Locator — Increase patient referrals with a free listing on wnydocs.org, searchable by specialty, demographics, and linked directly to your practice website.
- Physician Recruitment — Post open positions and find candidates through our job board at wnydocs.org — a proven resource for physician recruitment.
Practice Support & Legal Resources
- Free Workers’ Compensation Processing — MSCE handles NYS Workers’ Compensation applications at no cost to members.
- Free Physician Employment Contract Review — Have your employment contracts reviewed by experts — a benefit exclusively available to MSCE members.
- Contract Review & Negotiation (Resolve) — MSSNY members have free access to salary benchmarks and a contract scorecard through Resolve, plus a 10% discount on full contract review packages.
- Legal Services (Norris McLaughlin, P.A.) — Access experienced legal counsel with a member discount on hourly billing rates.
- Free Consultative, Legal & Risk Management Guidance — Expert guidance on the legal and risk management challenges that arise in everyday practice.
- No Surprises Act IDR Services (Callagy Recovery) — Turnkey independent dispute resolution for out-of-network emergency claims — high success rates, no upfront fees, and reduced administrative burden.
Financial Security & Wealth Planning
- Malpractice Insurance (MLMIC) — New York’s leader in medical malpractice coverage for over 40 years. Qualified MSSNY members receive a 10% discount.
- Comprehensive Insurance (Charles J. Sellers & Co.) — Exclusive MSSNY discounts on disability, home, auto, and specialty insurance products for physicians and their families.
- Health, Dental & Vision Coverage (Creative Wealth Planning) — Tailored health, dental, and vision insurance for members, families, and staff — including specialized plans for Medicare recipients.
- Personal Wealth Management (Altfest) — Fiduciary financial planning for physicians: investments, retirement, taxes, and insurance strategies built for New York realities.
- Physician’s Life Income Plan (MSSNY) — A retirement vehicle offering tax-free growth, penalty-free withdrawals, and full creditor protection in New York.
- Student Loan Assistance (College Ave) — Competitive rates and flexible repayment options for members, their families, and the next generation.
Practice Management & Operations
- Business Practice Webinars — Free educational webinars for office staff on industry trends, compliance, and best practices. Practice administrators may also participate in MSCE’s regional Practice Management Committee.
- Reduced PPE Pricing — Access discounted personal protective equipment through MSCE’s preferred vendor network.
- Payment Processing (CardConnect) — Optimized rates, multiple payment options, enhanced security, and 24/7 support for your practice.
- Practice Management & EMR (STI Computer Services) — Efficient practice management, EMR solutions, and revenue cycle optimization tailored to healthcare practices.
- Workforce Management (Connecteam) — An all-in-one app for time tracking, communication, and task management. Free for practices with up to 10 employees; discounted for larger practices.
- Collections (I.C. System) — Ethical, effective collection services with a 20% member discount. MSSNY members have recovered over $15 million since 1984.
- Wireless Savings (T-Mobile) — Exclusive discounts on T-Mobile plans and premium wireless benefits for members and their practices.
Education, Leadership & Lifestyle
- Free CMEs — Access continuing medical education opportunities at no cost to MSCE members.
- Daily Email Updates — Stay current with timely information on evolving clinical guidelines, funding opportunities, legislative developments, and regional health system news.
- Physician Leadership Development (AAPL) — MSSNY members receive 15% off courses, tools, and resources from the American Association for Physician Leadership, trusted by more than 250,000 physicians.
- Member Deals & Lifestyle Perks — MSSNY members receive VIP access to MemberDeals.com, with savings on Broadway shows, travel, dining, and entertainment.