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Bipartisan bill would extend 5% bonus for Advanced APMs

The AMA supports congressional legislation intended to ensure that value-based care models continue to be viable for physician participants.

Payment & Delivery Models
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Physician-only accountable care organizations (ACO)

ACOs can improve quality and lower costs

Payment & Delivery Models
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Key issues to consider when forming an ACO with hospitals

Affiliating and integrating via an accountable care organization (ACO).

Payment & Delivery Models
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Jan. 17, 2020: National Advocacy Update

CDC opioid prescribing guidelines, MIPS eligible clinicians and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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A majority of physicians now take part in an ACO

In less than a decade, accountable care organization participation has become more common. Find out which physicians and practice types are more likely to join ACOs.

Payment & Delivery Models
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What real innovation in medicine looks like

AMA members earn recognition for breakthrough innovations that improve patient outcomes and the quality of care.

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Health System Spotlight
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Thinking about joining an ACO? What your practice needs to know

Successful ACO participation starts with up-to-date knowledge on how the arrangements have changed, including new emphasis on potential downside risk.

Payment & Delivery Models
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Medical students: Find your place in fast-moving health systems

The health care system is changing fast, and future physicians need to understand their role and ethical obligations in helping ensure patients’ health and well-being is maximized, while the costs are minimized, in an environment that provides a patient-centered experience.

Medical School Life
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Medicaid value-based care: Should your practice take part?

States are infusing Medicaid programs with value-based design concepts. The AMA helps you understand the risks and opportunities these programs offer

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