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AMA opposes expanding pharmacists’ ability to provide child vaccines

We urge HHS to reconsider the negative health repercussions of funneling children away from their primary care physicians and rescind this declaration.

Press Releases
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Shift to telemedicine doesn’t diminish value of team-based care

Team-based care is a win-win for patients, doctors and practices. Learn how to make this approach effective during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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Independent practice for NPs fails to solve rural access problems

A California bill nearing passage would remove critical patient protections and drive up health care costs. Learn why the bill won’t live up to its promises.

Scope of Practice
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Implementing team-based care effectively within telemedicine

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing team-based care within telemedicine.

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AMA Update
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Bipartisan bill would extend 5% bonus for Advanced APMs

The AMA supports congressional legislation intended to ensure that value-based care models continue to be viable for physician participants.

Payment & Delivery Models
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Letting APRNs order diagnostic imaging could worsen overuse

Evidence shows that—when allowed—advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) order more CTs, MRIs and other imaging studies than doctors do.

Scope of Practice
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How calling CRNAs “nurse anesthesiologists” misleads patients

With 70% of patients recognizing an “anesthesiologist” as a physician, the AMA urges court to uphold ruling that reserves term for MDs, DOs.

Scope of Practice
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CMS shouldn’t permanently relax rules on physician oversight

Temporary waivers involving scope of practice and licensure should not continue once the COVID-19 pandemic emergency has ended.

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How embedded pharmacists can improve correctional health care

To improve health outcomes in incarcerated populations, embedded pharmacists have become a vital part of the care team. Find out more.

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