Stethoscope and syringe sitting on a platter with a note
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4 MIN READ

Pondering direct care? 13 potential benefits and drawbacks

Concierge medicine’s not necessarily a path to easy street. If you’re considering direct-care practice, keep in mind these pros and cons.

Payment & Delivery Models
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10 MIN READ

Oct. 4, 2018: National Advocacy Update

Doctor office drug compounding oversight, OPPS and ASC proposed rule and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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5 MIN READ

Oct. 4, 2018: Advocacy spotlight on Congress passes new opioid package

Congress has reached agreement on legislation to address the opioid epidemic. Find out how AMA is helping the fight against opioid addiction.

Advocacy Update
Physician making notes on a pile of papers.
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2 MIN READ

2017 MIPS final scores reissued, new review deadline set

The AMA and others flagged calculation-error concerns, prompting CMS to revise physician scores under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System.

Payment & Delivery Models
Nurse in green scrubs, sitting at computer and looking back at doctors in the office.
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5 MIN READ

How the Cleveland Clinic overcame barriers to team-based care

From patient concerns to finances, AMA member Kevin Hopkins, MD, talks about how Cleveland Clinic overcame barriers to team-based care.

Scope of Practice
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4 MIN READ

Sept. 20, 2018: Advocacy spotlight on the Proposed 2019 Medicare QPP rule: Top 7 things doctors should know

Top 7 things doctors should know about the proposed 2019 Medicare QPP rule. AMA is calling CMS to cut red tape.

Advocacy Update
Physician with bag in hand.
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5 MIN READ

Proposed 2019 Medicare QPP rule: Top 7 things doctors should know

The AMA details its response to CMS plans for the Quality Payment Program, with a strong focus on cutting red tape and making it easier and simpler for physicians to participate.

Medicare & Medicaid
Medical professionals walking away
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4 MIN READ

Burned out? You’re not alone. Here’s how 2 doctors overcame it.

The phenomenon is widespread, but so are stories of physician burnout recovery. Read the burnout testimonials of two physicians.

Physician Health
Medical professionals putting their hands together in the middle of a group circle
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4 MIN READ

Addressing physician burnout starts with a healthy team culture

Teamwork in medicine is key to preventing physician burnout and improving patient outcomes. Find out how to build a team that fosters happy, productive members.

Physician Health