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4 MIN READ

Why “anchoring” practices that push up jury awards must end

Courts shouldn’t let plaintiffs’ attorneys ask juries for sky-high noneconomic damage awards, physicians tell a New York appellate court. Learn more.

Sustainability
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2 MIN READ

Discrimination against LGBTQ+ Americans must end, doctors say

AMA joins National Association of Manufacturers and many others to back the Equality Act’s passage in the House of Representatives. Find out why.

Population Care
Empty jury stand
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4 MIN READ

Jury’s knowledge of potential side effects key to fair verdicts

Pennsylvania’s highest court sides with AMA’s stance on whether a jury should be able to consider a patient’s assumed risk to treatment.

Sustainability
Supreme Court
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4 MIN READ

High court accepts AMA petition to review Title X gag rule decision

The U.S. Supreme Court announced it will rule on the legality of a federal regulation that the AMA says amounts to government intrusion in the exam room.

Physician-Patient Relationship
Rainbow flags lined up in a row
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3 MIN READ

With new president, strong signs on LGBTQ inclusion and health

Biden moves to reverse ban on transgender Americans serving openly in the military and nominates historic first for upper echelons at HHS.

Population Care
Stethoscope and identification card
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4 MIN READ

Iowa court shouldn’t allow “negligent credentialing” lawsuits

Patient care will be harmed if a new “negligent credentialing” tort is recognized, physicians tell Iowa court.

Judicial Advocacy
President Biden wearing a face mask
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3 MIN READ

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.

Access to Care
11 MIN READ

Hospital & residency program closure implications FAQs

Guide designed to answer some of the frequently asked questions posed by residents and fellows faced with the closure of their hospital or residency program.

Medical Resident Advocacy
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4 MIN READ

Jan. 22, 2021: Judicial Advocacy Update

U.S. Supreme Court: State law can require PBMs to pay fair amount and more in the latest Judicial Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update