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Surgeon general’s nomination hearing begets forum on public health

Jerome Adams, MD, confirmed as surgeon general. The opioid epidemic, harm reduction and health policy bipartisanship are highlighted at his hearing.

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Stabilizing the individual insurance marketplace is top priority

Defeat of the ACA “skinny repeal” moves health reform efforts into a new phase and boosting the individual market should be the next step.

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AMA statement on Senate 'skinny' repeal vote

AMA President David O. Barbe, M.D., applauds the vote but continues to urge senators to engage in bipartisan discussions about the ACA

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July 27, 2017: Advocacy spotlight on The skinny on partial repeal: It would unravel individual market

The skinny on partial repeal: It would unravel individual market

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AMA statement on the 'skinny' bill in Senate health debate

AMA President David O. Barbe, M.D., applauds the vote but continues to urge senators to engage in bipartisan discussions about the ACA

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The skinny on partial repeal: It would unravel individual market

The ACA repeal debate is providing plenty of drama, but no solutions on reducing costs, stabilizing insurance markets or increasing coverage.

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AMA statement on Senate debate on health system reform

The AMA continues to urge the Senate to engage in bipartisan discussions and achieve the goal of providing quality, affordable health care coverage to more Americans.

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Senate should reject ACA repeal
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Senate should reject ACA repeal, replace bills

Recent changes do not address core flaws that would lead to millions of Americans losing health insurance coverage.

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AMA urges Senate to reject efforts to repeal or replace ACA

The AMA outlined its opposition to current efforts in the U.S. Senate aimed at replacing or repealing the Affordable Care Act

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