Antitrust relief is a top priority of the AMA. Most physicians in the United States have little or no bargaining power with health insurers. Health insurers present physicians with contracts on a take-it-or-leave-it basis, and these contracts include provisions that have serious implications for patient care.

In addition to our advocacy efforts with legislators and regulators, the AMA also works to educate physicians about the realities of the current antitrust environment. The "Publications/resources" link below will take you to recently developed educational documents for physicians.

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Testimony and educational resources on antitrust relief

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Antitrust reform

Antitrust relief is a top priority of the AMA. Access educational tools and learn about the AMA's advocacy initiatives on this issue.

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