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Patient and physician in conversation
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4 MIN READ

Keeping the scalpel and laser in ophthalmologists’ hands

Learn about the AMA’s efforts to stop scope creep in California that would have endangered patients needing eye care.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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7 MIN READ

Telehealth progress relies on making temporary policies permanent

Physicians are showing creativity in the use of telehealth, but this versatility is tied to the temporary waiving of outdated laws and regulations.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
Person picking up prescription at pharmacy
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4 MIN READ

Feds shouldn’t reap rewards for illegal prior-auth restrictions

Imposing financial penalties for hep C drugs dispensed when Virginia’s prior-authorization rules violated federal law contradicts Medicaid’s goal.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
Group of health care professionals looking at a tablet
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11 MIN READ

8 efforts that helped improve satisfaction at this health system

With the help of the AMA, a health system in Maine uncovered their burnout rates and found ways to improve job satisfaction and well-being. Learn more.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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4 MIN READ

5 insights into how physicians view, use digital health tools

Doctors are especially enthusiastic about telehealth, but AMA survey research also documents a rise in physician use of other digital health tools.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
Matches in various stages of burning
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4 MIN READ

Private practice doctors can make changes to cut their burnout risk

Physicians in private practice face major strains, but also have autonomy to implement workflow efficiencies that prevent doctor burnout. Learn more.

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Private Practices
Fighting for Physicians
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4 MIN READ

Telehealth, in-person diagnoses match up nearly 90% of the time

Mayo Clinic study shows some differences by physician specialty. Learn how the AMA is leading the charge to support telehealth.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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6 MIN READ

Arizona law gives doctors an option for confidential peer support

Giving physicians a safer way to get help amid the crush of burnout is a bipartisan winner. Learn how to pursue similar efforts in your state.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
Capitol Hill
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4 MIN READ

How the AMA’s advocacy efforts are gaining traction on Capitol Hill

Significant legislation on three vital components of the AMA Recovery Plan for America’s Physicians is making headway in Washington. Learn more.

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Federal Advocacy
Fighting for Physicians