AMA Update for Jan. 3, 2024: Scope of practice challenges and a model for team-based care with Michael Suk, MD, JD, MPH, MBA
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Scope of practice challenges and a model for team-based care with Michael Suk, MD, JD, MPH, MBA

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about scope of practice challenges.

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Scope of Practice
AMA Update
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What doctors wish patients knew about scope of practice

Every health professional plays an essential role on the patient care team, but doctors must lead it. Learn why scope of practice matters to patients.

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Scope of Practice
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Dec. 15, 2023: Advocacy Update spotlight on scope of practice wins secured in 2023

100+ scope of practice wins secured in 2023 and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.

Advocacy Update
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A simpler approach helps physicians properly report E/M services

Learn how the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code set helps simplify physicians’ administrative tasks and promote team-based care.

CPT®
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What's the difference between physician assistants and physicians?

Dozens of states have moved to expand scope of practice for physician assistants (PAs). Learn with the AMA about what sets PAs and physicians apart.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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What's the difference between physicians and nurse practitioners?

Nurse practitioners (NPs) are increasingly providing care without physician supervision. Learn with the AMA about what sets NPs and physicians apart.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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Navigating private practice business challenges

The AMA creates tools and resources—PDFs, podcasts, webinars and more—aimed at navigating common business challenges for private practices. Learn more. 

Private Practices
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What’s the cost of scope creep? Start counting in the millions

Research at two health systems has uncovered the cost of care when it is delivered by nonphysician providers practicing without doctor oversight.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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8 ways individual doctors can advocate on work-life balance needs

Work-life balance has been touted as a way to reduce physician burnout. Learn how doctors can stand up for their own balance and job satisfaction.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians