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CMS takes additional steps to ensure patients receive medical services

The AMA commends CMS for allowing Medicare beneficiaries in underserved areas to access care from their homes.

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CARES Act: AMA COVID-19 pandemic telehealth fact sheet

The AMA has been working constantly with the Administration to identify issues arising due to COVID-19. Download PDFs of state guidance and directives, telehealth services covered by Medicare, special coding advice and other resources.

Public Health
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AMA, leading physician orgs urge additional COVID-19 legislative steps

Physician organizations urge additional federal support for physician practices that are financially battered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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First payments issued for COVID-19 financial relief

HHS is sending $30 billion now to physician practices and others that treat Medicare patients. AMA details other ways doctors can get help under the $2 trillion CARES Act.

Sustainability
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CARES Act: Medicare’s COVID-19 advance payment program FAQs

The CARES Act speedy rollout led to questions about obtaining the funds and what strings may be attached

Medicare & Medicaid
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CARES Act: Medicare advance payments for COVID-19 emergency

CMS is providing accelerated or advance payments during the the COVID-19 emergency to Medicare physicians, providers or suppliers.

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Physician practices: Learn how to get help under CARES Act

The $2 trillion coronavirus relief bill makes millions of dollars in emergency loans available to physician groups and other small businesses. Find out more with the AMA.

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CMS offers more flexibility, financial stability for COVID-19 care

CMS has taken several actions designed to reduce red tape and encourage telehealth solutions that physicians need to combat the COVID-19 global pandemic.

Medicare & Medicaid
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AMA welcomes CMS financial relief to nation’s physicians

CMS’ recent action to immediately send accelerated payments to physicians will help keep practices open to Medicare patients.

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