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Aug. 8, 2025: Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update

August recess is here—tell Congress to fix Medicare now and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.

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Aug. 8, 2025: National Advocacy Update

AMA supports bipartisan House telehealth bill as congressional deadline looms and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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Preventing physician suicide

Taking proactive steps to identify and address physician distress can help to ensure the well-being of colleagues. Learn more.

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In PBM market, competition is hard to come by

AMA analysis details low competition in a market that is drawing scrutiny from Congress and regulators.

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7 tips for physicians to engage Congress during August recess

Physicians can leverage public meetings, site visits and more to educate lawmakers, experts say. One key: Be “politely persistent.”

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