The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the flu vaccine and the long-term health impacts of COVID-19.
Learn how to debunk the myth that only physicians can pend or enter orders through computerized provider order entry (CPOE)—download the myth, FAQ, slides and other resources.
The HHS proposal would give patients more control over health records and reduce physician fears when they do what is best for their patients.
Find the AMA's Observership Programs to help international medical graduates adapt to the practice of medicine in the United States.
An international medical graduate (IMG) physician who matched with a residency program on his second attempt offers his hard-won advice.
It’s not enough to explain your passion for the specialty or regurgitate your CV. Be on top of your game by knocking these questions out of the park.
As an infectious diseases physician at Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group, Michael A. Horberg, MD, remains vigilant in helping patients with HIV.
Following these steps can empower resident and fellow physicians to find jobs that match their priorities.
Not every physician disability insurance policy is the same. Costs, definitions and riders are three important factors that doctors should consider.
Deadline extended: Urge your members of Congress to take action on Medicare and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
CMS accepting 2023 MIPS EUC reweighting requests for Change Healthcare cyberattack through Oct. 11 and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
This two-day boot camp, March 31-April 1, 2025, will equip attendees with the time-saving tools and strategies to reform their organizations and enhance professional satisfaction.
Health care experts share practical strategies for a smooth EHR transition. Register now.
Download PDFs and access information submitted for consideration at the AMA House of Delegates Interim Meeting.
Review the process for endorsing candidates running for a position on the Board of Trustees or AMA councils.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
Take on a leadership role in the RFS and make an impact on issues facing residents and fellows, patients and the medical profession.
Find the agenda, documents and more information for the 2024 OMSS Interim Meeting on Nov. 7-8 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orlando, Florida.
Recommendations from the RVS Update Committee’s (RUC’s) Relativity Assessment Workgroup and CMS for new and revised CPT codes.
Find the AMA on social media and connect with us to keep up with the latest on hot topics across public health and health care, resources, spotlights and more.
Learn about the key things medical practices need to know about payment and how to improve managing the claims revenue cycle.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued a proposed change to make Meaningful Use more flexible for physicians by allowing them to report only for a 90-day period in 2016.
Physicians submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services urging changes to its proposed rule to revise the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and Part B.
Avoiding penalties under the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) is possible if physicians choose 1 of 3 reporting options by 2017. The options will be described fully in the final rule.
The AMA applauds Secretary Burwell and Acting Administrator Slavitt for listening to physicians' concerns about the timeline that was originally proposed for MACRA.
The five-year primary care medical home model, Comprehensive Primary Care Plus (CPC+) could help a physician’s practice during the MACRA transition. One way to qualify for the Advanced APM track is to apply for CPC+.
Avoiding physician burnout is one of the reasons medicine is turning to team-based health care. Empowering medical assistants and other staff helps put patient back at center of care.
Physicians will see Medicare changes starting in 2019. Under MACRA, they’ll receive partial credit for elements they can report on, earn bonuses if they score above average performance thresholds, and reduce penalties.
After discharge it’s often up to the patient to adhere to medication regimens. A new transitions model helped one patient take charge of his health and better understand and adhere to his care plan.
Medicare announced open application period for physician practices to participate in Comprehensive Primary Care Plus, a new, nationwide primary care payment model. CPC+ gives participating practices better opportunities for success.
