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Nov. 3, 2017: State Advocacy Update

Massachusetts Medicaid waiver proposal, new pain courses from AAP and more in AMA's latest efforts for state and local advocacy.

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Physician data offer new insights into ACA’s coverage impact

A fresh view of gains in coverage comes from data supplied straight from physician practices. Medicaid expansion appears to play an important role.

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Individual market-stabilization bill earns physician support

Congress urged to pass measure that would fund cost-sharing reduction payments, offer more health plan options and promote enrollment outreach.

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Oct. 19, 2017: Advocacy spotlight on Patients pay price for ending cost-sharing reduction payments

Read about AMA's fight to level premiums and advocate for consumer choice.

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AMA urges support for Alexander-Murray plan

The following statement from AMA President David O. Barbe, M.D., supports a compromise proposal to restore cost-sharing reduction payments.

Press Releases
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AMA statement on CSR payments

The following statement from AMA President David O. Barbe, M.D., responds to the Administration's decision to end cost sharing reduction payments to insurers.

Press Releases
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Oct. 5, 2017: National Advocacy Update

PQRS and VM reports, the DREAM Act, CHIP reauthorization, CHRONIC Care Act and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

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Sept. 21, 2017: National Advocacy Update

Graham-Cassidy repeal proposal, the future of point-of-care testing and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

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AMA: Reject bill that would lead to millions losing coverage

Physicians urge senators to oppose Graham-Cassidy and any legislation that would jeopardize health insurance for tens of millions of Americans.

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