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Our Black maternal health crisis is an American tragedy

Black women are at least three times more likely than white women to die as a result of pregnancy. We must tackle this national calamity together.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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4 MIN READ

New surprise-billing law on the way: What doctors must know

Learn what’s required of physicians and other providers and how disputes with health plans will be settled under the new No Surprises Act.

Access to Care
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4 MIN READ

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of April 5, 2021

In the news: Those vaccinated for COVID-19 can travel, COVID survivors and neurological illness, ACA special enrollment, CDC: racism is a threat to public health.

Publications & Newsletters
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Donna Christensen, MD, on the intersection of voting and health

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the webinar “The Intersection of Voting and Health” with Donna M. Christensen, MD.

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Health Equity
AMA Update
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13 MIN READ

Todd Askew on financial impact of COVID on physician practices [Podcast]

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to podcast updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the financial impact of the pandemic on physician practices.

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Private Practices
AMA Update Podcast
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13 MIN READ

Todd Askew on financial impact of COVID on physician practices

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the financial impact of the pandemic on physician practices.

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Private Practices
AMA Update
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AMA: Becerra confirmation is welcome news as health challenges await

AMA welcomes Senate confirmation of Xavier Becerra as secretary of HHS.

Press Releases
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4 MIN READ

How Capitol Hill can meet nation’s steep health care challenges

Expanding insurance coverage and improving maternal health are among the goals the AMA has its eyes set on in Congress.

Federal Advocacy
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12 MIN READ

March 12, 2021: National Advocacy Update

President signs the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update