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New IRS rule kills the much-maligned ACA “family glitch”

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Lawsuit could stop 150 million from getting free preventive care

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AMA Recovery Plan for America’s Physicians-Advocacy

AMA advocacy efforts: Population care and health disparities
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Amid pandemic’s horrors, health coverage safety net holds strong

Learn why health insurance coverage hasn’t plummeted despite the millions of Americans sent to unemployment rolls by sinking economy.

Access to Care
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5 big issues for physicians on Capitol Hill in 2021

This year physicians’ visits are virtual, but advocacy in areas such as health coverage and telehealth hit very close to home.

Federal Advocacy
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Universal health coverage is within our reach

Meaningful and affordable health coverage is a goal we all must support, especially during a public health crisis the magnitude of COVID-19.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Health care, employer groups announce principles for universal coverage

Affordable Coverage Coalition lays out path to expand health coverage.

Press Releases
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As pandemic rages, Americans to get health coverage lifeline

Presidential action will bolster access to coverage through HealthCare.gov, Medicaid and more. Get updated with the AMA.

Federal Advocacy
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AMA statement on President Biden's effort to expand insurance coverage

AMA pleased by the Biden Administration actions today to bolster insurance access.

Press Releases
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Susan Bailey, MD, discusses "Get Covered America Day"

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by learning more about "Get Covered America Day" with AMA President Susan Bailey, MD.

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Access to Care
AMA Update
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After year tormented by COVID-19, experts eye 2021 health landscape

Ending the pandemic is job No. 1. Learn about some of the other big issues that will shape U.S. medicine in the coming year.

Federal Advocacy
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Mira Irons, MD, discusses current trends and holiday transmission risk

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the risk of transmission over the holiday, vaccine developments and prioritization.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update