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May 22, 2020: National Advocacy Update

CMS addresses physician concerns on CARES Act fund distribution and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Why doctors support these COVID-19 relief provisions

Physician practices lost 243,000 jobs in April. The new COVID-19 relief bill contains needed provisions to provide stability and promote public health.

Federal Advocacy
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COVID-19: National Physician Town hall questions on telehealth

Panel of AMA leaders takes part in an April 9, 2020 town hall to shed light on the most pressing issues facing physicians during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Digital
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Overcoming practice sustainability challenges during COVID-19

The AMA has developed new resources for practicing physicians in response to the unique operational and business challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Infectious Diseases
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CMS OKs pay parity for telephone visits during COVID-19 crisis

CMS agency agreed to raise rates for telephone visits so seniors can receive continuous care without leaving their homes during the pandemic.

Digital
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CMS must restart Medicare advance payments and cover Medicaid too

CMS urged to restart its Medicare advance payment program and expand it to cover Medicaid services so practices can remain open during the COVID-19 crisis.

Medicare & Medicaid
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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.

Press Releases
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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.

Federal Advocacy
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April 17, 2020: Advocacy spotlight on Five vital lifelines still needed for struggling physician practices

Advocacy spotlight on Five vital lifelines still needed for struggling physician practices.

Advocacy Update