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Oct. 18, 2024: National Advocacy Update

Prior authorization bill earns cosponsorship milestone in House and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Oct. 18, 2024: State Advocacy Update

Registration open: 2025 AMA State Advocacy Summit and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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4 MIN READ

Bipartisan call for Medicare payment reform paves path for action

Congress must act now to reform a flawed and outdated Medicare physician payment system that jeopardizes patient access to care.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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5 MIN READ

Proposed info-blocking rule adds clarity, protection for doctors

The HHS proposal would give patients more control over health records and reduce physician fears when they do what is best for their patients. 

Digital
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6 MIN READ

House majority urges leadership to fix Medicare now

After years of Medicare physician payment cuts, doctors deserve a positive payment update in 2025. Find out how the AMA is leading the charge. 

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
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Medicare reform gets bipartisan, majority support

In the House, 233 members sign a letter saying they want the House to fend off the pending 2.8 percent Medicare cut.

Press Releases
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5 MIN READ

Menthol cigarette smokers join lawsuit asking for ban to finally begin

The AMA and other organizations amended complaint to include people directly affected by menthol flavoring. Learn who joined the lawsuit and why.

Public Health
AMA Update for Oct. 11, 2024: Understanding the Texas Gold Card Law: Advocacy and legislative efforts in prior authorization
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12 MIN READ

Understanding the Texas Gold Card Law: Advocacy and legislative efforts in prior authorization

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the Texas Gold Card Law.

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Prior Authorization
AMA Update
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12 MIN READ

Understanding the Texas Gold Card Law: Advocacy and legislative efforts in prior authorization [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the Texas Gold Card Law.

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Prior Authorization
AMA Update Podcast