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4 MIN READ

The physician private practice to-do list for a strong 2023 finish

Learn with the AMA about what you should be thinking about at a hectic year’s end, and how to get off to the races in 2024.

Private Practices
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4 MIN READ

Medicare physician pay is unsustainable and getting worse

Physicians have already made more than 150,000 contacts with Congress to explain the need to fix Medicare now. Learn more and make your voice heard.

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
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4 MIN READ

Nearly 60% of doctors work in a practice that’s part of an ACO

AMA survey shows physician participation in accountable care organizations (ACOs) keeps growing, but fee for service still dominant. Learn more.

Payment & Delivery Models
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4 MIN READ

3 ways Congress can boost care access in rural, underserved areas

25% fewer rural physicians will be in practice by 2030. The AMA has outlined a blueprint to help reverse trends that threaten access to care.

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Population Care
Fighting for Physicians
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6 MIN READ

We know how to overcome medicine’s crisis. Let’s find the will.

The insidious burnout epidemic is profoundly affecting physicians. Addressing the many factors driving it is not a partisan issue.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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16 MIN READ

AMA president sounds alarm on national physician shortage

At National Press Club, Dr. Ehrenfeld outlined strains on physicians—enormous administrative burdens, burnout, attacks on science, broken Medicare payment system.

Press Releases
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5 MIN READ

Getting started in private practice

It may be confusing—even intimidating—for physicians wishing to start their own practice. That’s why the American Medical Association is here to help.

Private Practices
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3 MIN READ

Growing and sustaining your private practice

The AMA creates tools and resources aimed at increasing efficiency, engagement and success, so you can focus on your patients and keep your practice open and sustainable.

Private Practices
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4 MIN READ

Navigating private practice business challenges

The AMA creates tools and resources—PDFs, podcasts, webinars and more—aimed at navigating common business challenges for private practices. Learn more. 

Private Practices