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6 Min Read

From readiness to risk: How to progress in value-based care

Physician leaders share strategies to align incentives, support teams and scale capabilities for success across the value-based care continuum.

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Payment & Delivery Models
Health System Spotlight
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8 Min Read

Doctors work fewer hours, but the EHR still follows them home

While physicians report shorter workweeks, AMA data show EHR and admin tasks still consume off-hours, signaling a need to ease the burden for doctors.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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5 Min Read

Teamwork can cut way into burnout. Here’s a framework.

Health care organizations that measure and encourage teamwork are better places for doctors to work and deliver great care. Find out how they do it.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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1 Min Read

Aug. 15, 2025: State Advocacy Update

Scope of practice 2025 state legislative activity and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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4 Min Read

House, Senate bills would expand pharmacists’ scope of practice

The legislation would allow pharmacists to diagnose and treat patients without having received the necessary education or training to do so.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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8 Min Read

Aug. 8, 2025: State Advocacy Update

Recent AMA activity on scope of practice and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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5 Min Read

7 tips for physicians to engage Congress during August recess

Physicians can leverage public meetings, site visits and more to educate lawmakers, experts say. One key: Be “politely persistent.” 

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
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4 Min Read

AMA STEPS Forward® Learning Collaboratives FAQs

Explore the frequently asked questions about AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Learning Collaboratives.

Physician Health
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1 Min Read

Pearl of the week: What you don’t know can derail the visit

Learn how pre-visit planning helps avoid last-minute surprises.

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AMA STEPS Forward®
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week