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About CMA

The Voice of the Medical Profession

For over 165 years, the California Medical Association (CMA) has represented California’s physicians and physician organizations as the recognized voice of the medical profession. Keeping in step with the changing realities of the practice of medicine and the business of health care, CMA understands the unique challenges you face. Change is inevitable – and CMA remains ready to meet the demands of the future to support the invaluable benefits that physicians and medical groups provide for California’s communities.

Explore the types of membership below to learn about the unique offerings available!


The programs, staff resources and support available through the CMA are of excellent quality. Whether in the domains of legislative advocacy, member services, educational resources, assistance with medical staff issues and public policy – the CMA team is experienced, accomplished, and readily available to assist."

John Maa, M.D., General Surgery, CMA Member Since 1992

Championing Health Care in Every Practice Setting

Become a member today and join nearly 50,000 physicians making a direct impact on the practice of medicine and the health of California.

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CMA Membership Benefits

When you join CMA, you hire a powerful professional staff that supports your organization, so you focus on what’s really important: your patients.
Below are just a few of our valuable membership benefits.

Legal Help

Legal Help

Access over 5,000 pages of information and resources in our health law library. 

Billing Assistance

Billing Assistance

Receive expert help with physician reimbursement and medical business issues.

Education Resources

Education Resources

Attend in-person seminars, secure CME or watch on-demand webinars.

News Updates

News Updates

Stay informed through CMA's newsletters, app and custom content alerts.

Practice Resources

Practice Resources

Access tools and resources to maintain an efficient medical practice.

Member Discounts

Insurance Coverage

Customized insurance solutions for physicians and health care organizations.

Counties and CMA: Working Together for the Well-Being of all California Physicians

Connect Locally

  • "The work CMA does is only possible thanks to the collective strength of our physician members. It is when we act in concert with one another and speak with one voice that we can be most effective in shaping the future of health care and building a system that works for our patients."

    Donaldo Hernandez, M.D., Hospitalist, Palo Alto Medical Foundation

  • "Now, more than ever, we need physician voices to be heard in Sacramento. CMA's advocacy on issues important to the practice of medicine is critical to shaping California's health policy and protecting our patients and a physician’s ability to make the best decisions on their behalf.

    Shannon Udovic-Constant, M.D., Pediatrician, The Permanente Medical Group

  • "Membership in the California Medical Association provides strength in numbers in dealing with the complex issues of the health care system and offers a tool for organization to meet the challenges of a changing world."

    Dawn Motyka, M.D., Family Physician, Dignity Health

  • "The value of CMA membership to me is accessing a broad network of health care intelligence and practice resources, as well as being able to work cohesively with diverse colleages to affect health care policy in California. "

    C. Freeman, M.D., Geriatric Psychiatrist

Want to Make an Impact?

With the constantly changing health care landscape, innovative leaders – with real-world experience and diverse perspectives – are critical to the practice of medicine and business of health care. CMA members get a seat at the table where many important health care decisions are made.

Lead

CMA provides many avenues to get involved with federal, state and local opportunities.

impact

Be a physician advocate and have a direct impact on the future of Medicine in California.

connect

Connect, network and learn with physician colleagues from across the state.

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Join nearly 50,000 physicians making a direct impact on the practice of medicine and the health of California.