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May 8, 2020: State Advocacy Update

Updated state-based COVID-19 resources and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
Prescription drugs
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COVID-19 casts new light on an old problem: Drug shortages

National drug shortages are chronic. Learn about the root causes and efforts to these shortages, both in the long term and during the pandemic.

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Telehealth patient and physician
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Bill requires ERISA plans to cover telehealth during COVID-19

The AMA backs the bipartisan House legislation, which also establishes pay parity between telehealth and face-to-face visits, including audio-only encounters.

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April 24, 2020: State Advocacy Update

In the latest Advoaccy Update, the AMA called on governors to adopt civil immunity for physicians providing COVID-19-related care.

Advocacy Update
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COVID-19 related efforts on the advocacy front at state and national levels

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by advocating for robust testing and more.

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AMA Update
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Applying for the FCC Connected Care Pilot program

Review the requirements for the Connected Care Pilot Program.

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Joint statement on ordering, prescribing or dispensing COVID-19 medications

Organizations highlight role physicians, pharmacists and health systems play in being just stewards of health care resources during times of emergency.

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April 17, 2020: National Advocacy Update

Advocacy spotlights new cyber treats during COVID-19 and physician protections as well as new policies for opioid treatment programs.

Advocacy Update
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April 17, 2020: State Advocacy Update

Policy options for states to address COVID-19 and more State Advocacy Update news.

Advocacy Update