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3 Min Read

Feb. 9, 2017: National Advocacy Update

DACA bill, Congress examines ACA, IPAB repeal legislation and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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8 Min Read

Jan. 12, 2017: National Advocacy Update

Congress considers budget resolution, AMA-supported public health bills, patient-facing encounter codes and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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4 Min Read

The top issues that will affect physicians in 2017

Health care reform, the new Medicare payment system and regulatory relief are among the areas physicians should watch closely this year.

Access to Care
Physician displaying prediabetes app on tablet for patient.
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4 Min Read

Is the patient at risk for diabetes? It’s a $100 billion question

The U.S. spends more on diabetes than on any other condition, but tools to help physicians and patients prevent the disease are well within reach.

Prevention & Wellness
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2 Min Read

Tools help guide physician choices in career and practice

From historic Medicare payment changes to a modernized AMA Code of Medical Ethics, these resources can assist doctors faced with difficult decisions.

Career Development
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2 Min Read

AMA applauds CMS decision to nix Medicare Part B proposal

The AMA issued the following statement regarding CMS’ decision to drop a proposal on reimbursement for physician-administered drugs in Medicare Part B.

Press Releases
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$1 billion opioids package passed with “Cures” bill

The money will help states improve drug-monitoring programs, support access to opioid treatment programs and more.

Behavioral Health
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4 Min Read

Making sense of MACRA: A glossary of new Medicare terms

The first step in transitioning to the new Medicare reporting requirements is understanding the terminology. Here are the essentials.

Medicare & Medicaid
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5 Min Read

In EHR age, physicians long to restore medicine’s personal touch

Research reveals what gives physicians professional satisfaction and what drives their their discontent.

Physician Health