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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
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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
U.S. President Joe Biden prepares to sign a series of executive orders
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3 MIN READ

Biden’s first moves will aid pandemic fight, boost global health

Flurry of executive actions offer promise of coordinated national approach needed to stem deadly tide of COVID-19.

Public Health
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4 MIN READ

Fate of independent medical ethics decisions in court’s hands

U.S. Supreme Court asked to consider lawsuit challenging a Texas advance-directives law providing protections for tough physician, hospital decisions.

Sustainability
Marilyn J. Heine, MD
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5 MIN READ

Why physician advocacy at all levels will be key in 2021

There is a growing overlap between state and federal policymaking. Learn how AMA advocacy teams are prepared to tackle issues in either venue.

State Advocacy
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4 MIN READ

AMA urges court to overturn medical cannabis ballot initiative 

Following the constitutional amendment map is always important, but especially here with public health at stake, physicians face new liability. 

Public Health
Pharmacy
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4 MIN READ

U.S. Supreme Court: State law can require PBMs to pay fair amount

Physicians asked high court to uphold a state PBM drug-pricing law protecting access to independent and rural pharmacies, and the justices agreed.

Public Health