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Title X gag rule: What’s on the line in upcoming oral arguments

The AMA will argue its case before a federal appeals court, defending doctors’ freedom of speech and the patient-physician relationship.

Physician-Patient Relationship
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A patient asks to pray with you: How to respond

It's not uncommon for patients to ask a doctor to pray with them. Here's what you need to know to give a compassionate response.

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Court blocks law that would force physicians to mislead patients

A federal district court sides with the AMA and issues a preliminary injunction to block a state law that would undermine open, honest patient-physician conversations.

Physician-Patient Relationship
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AMA on court ruling in North Dakota lawsuit challenging H.B. 1336

AMA pleased that federal district court of North Dakota has blocked enforcement of compelled speech law.

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Some patients believe God wants them to suffer. How to respond.

When a patient gives religious reasons for refusing treatment, physicians can maintain their commitment to healing while respecting patient autonomy.

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July 12, 2019: Judicial Advocacy Update

Learn how the AMA advocates for LGBTQ+ in cases regarding sex discrimination under Title VII, for Medicare to seek feedback before changing rules and more.

Advocacy Update
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Billing for end-of-life care talks grows, but barriers remain

Medicare now pays for end-of-life talks, yet early-stage data shows that claims are relatively low, with differences by specialty, geography.

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AMA keeps up fight to protect physicians’ freedom of speech

The AMA continues its court battle against a federal rule that threatens the doctor-patient relationship and the viability of the Title X family planning program.

Physician-Patient Relationship
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4 ways to counteract medical misinformation

Fake medical news is an old phenomenon given greater life by the internet. Fighting it requires coordination among physicians and other key voices.

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