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Virtual assistants can boost efficiency for private practices

With the proper training at your physician private practice, remote personnel can ease the burdens of billing, prior authorization and more. 

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Keep your practice doors open

The AMA fights to keep private practice a viable option for physicians. We're working to remove unnecessary burdens and reclaim the time you need to focus on patients.

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Outgoing AMA CEO Dr. Madara urges action on governance

To boost its position as physicians’ powerful ally, the AMA must represent doctors from all practice settings said James L. Madara, MD. 

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AMA Physician Well-Being Program

The AMA’s Physician Well-Being Program aims to raise awareness, advance knowledge and catalyze change to reduce burnout. Download roadmap, program, research synopsis and assessment PDFs to learn more.

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What I wish I knew in residency about being an employed physician

AMA member Alisha Reiss, MD, didn’t get all the info she needed about the employed setting in residency. One tip: Don’t get wowed by that first offer.

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Engage physicians to get your private practice’s claims paid

One-third of outpatient commercial claims go unpaid at 90 days. The physician’s role in improving private practices’ revenue-cycle management is key.

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Oct 8 - Dec 3, 2024 ·
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Private Practice Simple Solutions: Virtual Assistants

This eight-week Private Practice Simple Solutions learning collaborative addresses focuses on the process of hiring virtual assistants. Learn more.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
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Here’s how—and why—oncologists should integrate mental health care

A New England oncologist shares her private practice’s story of how they integrate support for patients during extremely trying times.

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Growing and sustaining your private practice

The AMA creates tools and resources aimed at increasing efficiency, engagement and success, so you can focus on your patients and keep your practice open and sustainable.

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7 physician private practice success stories you should know

The AMA offers great resources to help physicians get started in private practice. Learn how these doctors have thrived in this setting. 

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