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Is private practice collapsing? Congress can help stem the tide

From Medicare payment to prior authorization and beyond, independent physicians are being squeezed out of practice. The AMA is pushing hard for fixes.

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Private Practices
Fighting for Physicians
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10 states have tackled prior authorization so far in 2024

Find out how physicians’ push to fix prior authorization is resulting in essential changes to speed up—and protect—patients’ access to care.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
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Prioritizing physician well-being is more important than ever

Physician burnout figures have dipped, but much work remains. The AMA offers a wealth of resources supporting professional satisfaction.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Physicians beware: Information-blocking rules now apply to you

Physicians deemed to be information blockers will see their MIPS scores take a hit. Catch up on the new health IT rules with the AMA.

Digital
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Bill to extend telehealth flexibilities clears House committee

Bipartisan measure strongly backed by the AMA would allow patients and physicians to continue telehealth through 2026. A permanent fix is needed.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
AMA in Action: Covering the uninsured
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Advocacy in action: Covering the uninsured

People who are uninsured live sicker and die younger. Learn how the AMA works to strengthen the Affordable Care Act and expand health insurance coverage.

Access to Care
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Let physician-owned hospitals meet rural health needs

Amid growing health care consolidation, new bipartisan bill in Congress would permit physician-owned hospitals in rural areas with no nearby hospital.

Population Health
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Prior authorization delays care—and increases health care costs

AMA survey reveals how the payer practice leads to more visits to the doctor or emergency department, resulting in higher health care bills.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
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AMA initiatives to improve maternal health outcomes

The AMA continues to pursue to improve maternal health outcomes with collaborative initiatives and partnerships. Download the PDF with an overview of AMA initiatives.

Population Health