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AMA report shows national progress toward reversing opioid epidemic

The AMA issued a new report today documenting how physician leadership is advancing the fight against the opioid epidemic.

Press Releases
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May 31, 2018: State Advocacy Update

Physicians' progress reversing the opioid epidemic news in AMA's latest state advocacy efforts.

Advocacy Update
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May 17, 2018: National Advocacy Update

Bills to address opioid abuse, VA Choice reform bill and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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May 3, 2018: State Advocacy Update

AMA testifies on opioids and artificial intelligence and a change in buprenorphine MME display in the latest AMA state advocacy efforts.

Advocacy Update
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Wider use of proven treatment is goal of opioid-use disorder APM

A new alternative payment model for treatment of opioid-use disorder is designed to support coordinated delivery of medical, psychological and social services.

Payment & Delivery Models
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AMA sees progress in declining opioid prescriptions

After IQVIA announced a 22% decline in opioid prescriptions between 2013-2017, the AMA see progress but urges continued focus on evidence-based treatment.

Press Releases
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ASAM, AMA announce model to improve treatment of opioid use disorder

American Society of Addiction Medicine and AMA announce a groundbreaking alternative payment model that could revolutionize how opioid use disorder is treated.

Press Releases
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Surgeon general: Naloxone should be widely prescribed, carried

Dr. Adams urges people close to those at risk of opioid overdose to obtain the lifesaving antidote. The AMA has fought for, and helped shape, naloxone-access laws in all 50 states.

Behavioral Health
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April 5, 2018: State Advocacy Update

Steps needed to end the opioid epidemic in the latest AMA state advocacy efforts.

Advocacy Update