American Medical Association News

AARP, AMA Join Together to Debunk Medicare Myths

. 23, 2009

Today, AARP and AMA are launching a national television ad that separates fact from fiction and highlights how health reform will improve Medicare by lowering prescription drug costs and making certain that neither government nor insurance bureaucrats come between Medicare patients and their doctors when making important health decisions.

AMA Encourages Community-Clinical Partnerships to Increase Use of Preventive Health Services Among Boomers

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

"Nearly half of Americans are living with often-preventable chronic diseases that limit their quality of life and cost the U.S. health care system billions of dollars a year to treat."

AMA, AARP and MOAA Call for Passage of House Medicare Reform Bill, Vote Expected This Week on H.R. 3961

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Today, leading advocates for seniors, military families and physicians joined together to call for passage of legislation in the House that will preserve access to care for seniors, baby boomers and military families through repeal of the broken Medicare physician payment formula.

AMA Calls on Congress to Pass H.R. 3961, Access to Care for Seniors and Military Families at Stake

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Campaign to pass bill includes new radio ads airing today.

AMA Adopts New Policies at Its Semi-Annual Meeting

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The American Medical Association (AMA) voted today at its semi-annual policymaking meeting to adopt the following new policies.

AMA Votes to Continue Commitment to Health System Reform

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Outlines details to guide efforts toward making the health system better for patients and physicians.

AMA Hails House Passage of Health Reform Bill (H.R. 3962)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Calls for swift passage of H.R. 3961 to secure the stability of Medicare

AMA President Kicks Off AMA Meeting Focused on Health Reform

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Calling this a "defining moment" for the American Medical Association (AMA), the AMA President J. James Rohack, MD, today addressed medical students and fellow physicians from all state and medical specialty societies at the opening of the AMA's semi-annual policy-making meeting, where health system reform will top the agenda.

AMA Honors IL Ophthalmologist Manus C. Kraff, MD for Volunteer Eye Care for Military Members

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The American Medical Association (AMA) today awarded its 2009 Benjamin Rush Award for Citizenship and Community Service to Manus C. Kraff, MD, an ophthalmologist from Chicago, IL.

AMA Honors Family Violence Prevention Expert

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The American Medical Association (AMA) proudly presented Lisa James, Director of Health at the Family Violence Prevention Fund, with the Citation for Distinguished Service today at its semi-annual policy-making meeting.

AMA Honors Medical Society Executives

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The American Medical Association (AMA) today presented five medical society executive leaders with achievement awards to honor their contributions to the goals and ideals of the medical profession.

AMA Discusses Support of House Health Reform Bills

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Dr. Nancy Nielsen discusses the AMA’s support of HR 3962 and HR 3961 on FOX Business News.

AMA Urges Passage of House Health Reform Bills

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Dr. Cecil Wilson explains the importance of passing HR 3962 and HR 3961.

AARP, AMA give House health care bill an 11th-hour boost

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The AARP and AMA endorsed the House healthcare bill Thursday. But there are caveats, and some Democrats remain concerned about cost and abortion provisions.

Obama to visit House, push for health bill

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

President Obama heads to Capitol Hill on Saturday to make a push for a bill that now has the support of powerful groups representing retirees and doctors.

AMA Supports House Bills to Make Health Reform a Reality

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The American Medical Association (AMA) today announced support for concurrent passage of H.R. 3962 and H.R. 3961, U.S. House of Representatives health system reform bills.

AMA: Healthier Lifestyle Lowers Risk for Diabetes

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

CHICAGO – November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, and to mark its start the American Medical Association (AMA) is offering the public easy tips to reduce the risk for type 2 diabetes

Final Medicare 2010 Payment Rule Confirms Deep Cuts to Physicians, Puts Seniors’ Access to Care at Risk

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Medicare’s final 2010 payment rule confirms that in 60 days physicians face steep cuts of 21.2 percent – the largest payment cut since Congress adopted the fatally flawed Medicare physician payment formula.

AMA Congratulates New U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The AMA congratulates Regina Benjamin, MD, on her unanimous confirmation to the post of Surgeon General from the U.S. Senate.

AMA Wall Street Journal Ad

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

A new full-page advertisement under the headline, "A Healthier Tomorrow Depends on What We Do Today," will run Tuesday (10/27/09) in the Wall Street Journal’s special report "Fixing Healthcare."

AMA Hails Attorney General Cuomo for Launching Project to Replace Tainted Ingenix Database

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"The American Medical Association commends Attorney General Andrew Cuomo for the landmark achievements of forcing health insurers to end to a rigged system for setting payments and successfully negotiating a transition to a more transparent system."

AMA Continues Push to Make Health Reform a Reality

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

As the nation continues to debate health reform, the American Medical Association (AMA) continues to advocate for reforms that will make the health care system work better for America’s patients and physicians.

AMA Launches Nation's First Comprehensive Web-Based Flu Health-Assessment Program for Patients and Physicians

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Free flu Web site allows patients to assess symptoms quickly, interact with their physician, and receive advice on when to return to work or school.

Health Reforms Mean Major Changes for Americans

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

A look at what measures are being debated.

Republicans Seek Amendments to Health Reform Bills

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

U.S. Republicans seek amendments to parts of reform bills, rather than push an alternative plan.

Leading Physician Groups Urge Pregnant Women To Get Both Flu Vaccines

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Pregnant women have high-risk for serious complications from the seasonal flu and H1N1.

AMA Deeply Disappointed Senate Has Failed Seniors, Baby Boomers and Military Families By Blocking S. 1776

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Permanent repeal of the Medicare physician payment formula is essential to comprehensive health system reform

AMA Releases 22 New "Patient Access Hot Spots" Nationwide

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Highlighting the impact of looming Medicare cuts on seniors’ access and choice of physician, the American Medical Association (AMA) released today a new analysis of states where access to care for Medicare patients is already at risk.

AMA President Urges Support for Medicare Payment Fix on Capitol Hill

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

At a press conference this morning on Capitol Hill, AMA President J. James Rohack, M.D., urged support for S. 1776, The Medicare Physician Fairness Act. The AMA president joined Senator Stabenow, AARP and the Military Officers Association of America to call on Congress to pass the legislation that lays the foundation for fiscally honest and responsible repeal of the broken Medicare physician payment formula.

Congress wrestles with yearly Medicare fee cuts

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

With Medicare physician payments scheduled to be cut 20 percent in January, a permanent fix is needed to preserve seniors' access and choice of physician.

AMA defends seniors' access to care, discusses impact of looming Medicare payment cuts

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA president explains how scheduled cuts to Medicare physician payments threaten America's seniors' access and choice of physician.

AARP, AMA support reform of system

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The Miami Herald reports that "While health-system reform action takes place in Washington, the core of the healthcare system itself is patients, physicians and other healthcare professionals."

White House aides reaffirm public option is not mandatory

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The Washington Post reports that "Interest groups step up advertising campaign as health-care vote nears"

AARP, AMA Urge Congress to Strengthen Medicare and Preserve Access to Choice of Physician

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Today, AARP and the American Medical Association (AMA) sent a letter to the Senate, urging Senators to pass S. 1776, the Medicare Physician Fairness Act, which lays the foundation for a new payment system to help ensure seniors' access to and choice of physicians.

As Senate Considers Legislation, AMA Medicare Campaign Kicks off with New TV Ads

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Broken Medicare formula hurts seniors' access and choice of physician.

AMA Congratulates Dr. Regina Benjamin as Senate Committee Approves Her Surgeon General Nomination

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"The AMA congratulates Regina Benjamin, M.D. on her approval from the Senate HELP committee to become the nation’s next surgeon general."

AMA Works for Health Reform for Patients and Physicians

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"Our nation has an historic opportunity for health reform this year, and it was an honor to represent the AMA at the White House as President Obama made the case for reform."

New AMA Video Encourages Vaccinating Against both Seasonal Influenza and H1N1

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CDT

With both seasonal influenza and H1N1 circulating this flu season, a new American Medical Association (AMA) online video, discusses the importance of getting vaccinated against both seasonal influenza and H1N1.

New AMA Video Answers Physicians' Health Reform Questions

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

As health reform legislation moves forward in Congress, a new American Medical Association (AMA) online video aims to answer physicians' questions on leading elements of health reform important to patients and physicians.

Baucus States Need for SGR Repeal

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Senate Finance Chairman Max Baucus clearly stated today the need for permanent repeal of the broken Medicare physician payment formula, which in its current form projects steep payment cuts that will hurt seniors’ access to care.

AMA Applauds New Administration Effort to Review Health Insurance Merger Guidelines

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The AMA applauds DoJ and FTC for their plan to review the existing guidelines for health insurance mergers, which were created 17 years ago.

AMA Applauds FDA for Banning Flavored Cigarettes

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The AMA applauds the FDA for banning flavored cigarettes and taking another important step towards curbing youth smoking.

AMA Mourns the Death of Former President, Edward R. Annis, MD

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA) mourns the death of its former president Edward R. Annis, MD, and extends heartfelt condolences to the Annis family.

AMA Comments on Senate Finance Bill: AMA Committed to Reform, Will Work to Strengthen Final Bill

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Permanent repeal of the current Medicare physician payment formula needed to preserve seniors' access to care.

MSNBC's Morning Meeting: Obama's Plan, the Right Rx for Doctors?

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Polls show Americans trust their doctors more than President Barack Obama when it comes to health care reform, so what does the American Medical Association want to see in a reform plan and how do doctors feel about a public option?

Increase in Uninsured Makes Stronger Case for Health Reform

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"It's no surprise that the ranks of the uninsured have swelled as the economy has shrunk this past year. For too many American families, losing a job also means losing health insurance. We can do better – 46.3 million uninsured is unacceptable for our great nation."

AMA Reaction to President Obama's Address on Health System Reform

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"It is clear that the status quo is unacceptable. The AMA will continue to work for reform that makes the system work better for patients and physicians. We must seize this opportunity this year to achieve meaningful health reform for America’s patients and physicians."

New Poll Shows Concerns with Current Health Care System Remain High

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

New polling released today shows that Americans 50-plus remain concerned with the current health care system, underscoring the need for reform.

AMA Sends Letter to President Obama and Congress Outlining Critical Elements of Health Reform

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

As part of continued health-reform efforts, AMA President J. James Rohack, M.D. sent a letter to President Obama and members of Congress urging action on reforms that will benefit all Americans.

AMA Launches Facebook Page

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

As part of its ongoing efforts to communicate with patients and physicians, the American Medical Association continues to embrace the fast-paced world of social networking by launching its official Facebook page.

Health Care Reform Discussion

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Watch AMA Trustee, Jeremy A. Lazarus, MD, discuss health care reform on WTTW "Chicago Tonight."

AMA Debuts Third Town Hall Video

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CDT

In its ongoing efforts to provide America's patients and physicians with the facts about health-system reform, the AMA debuts its third Virtual Town Hall video today.

Three-Fold Heart Attack Increase In Hurricane Katrina Survivors

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CDT

First-of-its-kind AMA disaster journal study released on fourth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.

AMA Mourns Death of Senator Edward Kennedy

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"During his many years in public service, Senator Kennedy was a champion for America’s patients – working until the end to make improvements on their behalf."

AMA Immediate-Past President Nancy Nielsen, MD, Makes a Health Reform 'House Call' on Michigan

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA) brought its 'House Call' program to Michigan the week of Aug. 24, 2009, to clarify the facts on health reform and make the case that reform is needed.

AMA Shares First in Series of Health-Reform Videos

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association recently took to the streets to debunk myths and answer patients' questions on health reform in a new Virtual Town Hall video being shared on its health-reform Web site.

On the Road with Dr. Rohack

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CDT

In today's blog post, AMA President J. James Rohack, MD, urges physicians to join in Tuesday night on a White House conference call about health system reform.

Tele-Town Hall Physicians' Forums

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The AMA has developed a series of tele-town hall Physicians' Forums to reach out to physicians and patients, and to emphasize the need for reform.

Dr. Rohack on KevinMD: A Look at the Facts on Health Reform

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Dr. Rohack proposes some questions to think about on KevinMD as we work on health reform.

AMA President on Fox News Sunday

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA President J. James Rohack, M.D., will participate in a panel discussion on Fox News Sunday regarding the myths and mischaracterization in the health reform debate.

AMA President on Larry King Live

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA President J. James Rohack, MD, appeared on CNN's Larry King Live Wednesday, Aug. 12, to discuss "Myths vs. Facts" in the current health system reform debate.

Dr. Rohack, Dr. Lazarus Interviewed in The Denver Post

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA President J. James Rohack, MD, and Jeremy A. Lazarus, MD, discuss health system reform in The Denver Post.

House Committee Passes AMA-Supported Revisions to Health Reform Bill

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"The House Energy and Commerce committee passed important AMA-supported revisions to the House bill that will allow physicians to negotiate payment rates in the public plan option and guarantee voluntary physician participation."

AMA President J. James Rohack, MD, on MSNBC

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

This morning on MSNBC AMA President J. James Rohack, MD, discusses health system reform and the importance of the patient/physician relationship.

New AMA Ad Emphasizes Common Ground on Health Reform, Shares Vision to Fix Broken System

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Underscoring the need for meaningful health system reform for America’s patients and physicians, the American Medical Association (AMA) is running an ad today emphasizing common ground on health reform to remember what’s at stake – access to care for millions.

AMA President Dr. James Rohack on FOX Business

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Today on FOX Business, AMA President Dr. James Rohack ably represents the AMA on health system reform.

AMA President-Elect Dr. Cecil Wilson on MSNBC

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA President-elect Dr. Cecil Wilson appeared today on MSNBC representing the AMA on health system reform.

AMA working for reform that benefits patients and physicians

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Dr. Rohack writes about health reform on top physician blog KevinMD.

Sneak Preview of Upcoming CNBC Program Featuring AMA President

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA President J. James Rohack, MD joins the biggest names in industry and government to provide a physician perspective for transforming the American health care system in CNBC's "Meeting of the Minds: The Future of Health Care" hosted by Maria Bartiromo.

AMA: Dedicated Physicians Care for Patients in Broken System

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"As a physician, I know that physicians focus first and foremost on providing the best patient care we can within the confines of a broken health care system."

AMA Affirms Support for Health Reform This Year

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Comments from AMA President prior to President Obama's health reform press conference.

New AMA National Health Insurer Report Card Shows Improvement, More Work to Do

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Health insurers have made important improvements in the twelve months since the American Medical Association (AMA) called for an overhaul of the industry's billing and collection process, but there is a tremendous opportunity for improving efficiency in the nation's multi-payer health care system.

AMA President on Bloomberg TV

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA President Dr. J. James Rohack made an appearance on Bloomberg TV to discuss health system reform.

New Video Message from AMA President Says House Bill Is a Good Start Toward Health Reform

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association offers its support of the U.S. House bill on health reform and reiterates its commitment to effective, comprehensive health-care reform in a new video message from AMA President J. James Rohack, MD.

AMA Supports H.R. 3200, 'America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009'

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

House bill expands access to high quality, affordable health care for Americans.

AMA President Blogs at KevinMD.com About Medicare Victory

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA President J. James Rohack, MD writes at leading physician blog KevinMD.com about an important victory on the road to permanent Medicare physician payment reform.

AMA Celebrates Nomination of Regina Benjamin, MD, Surgeon General

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"The American Medical Association is delighted that Dr. Regina Benjamin, MD, has been nominated to serve as our nation’s next U.S. Surgeon General."

AMA Victory: Drugs Out of Medicare Physician Payment Formula

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"The removal of physician-administered drugs from the broken Medicare physician payment formula is a major victory for America's seniors and their physicians."

AMA Unveils Enhanced ePrescribing Learning Center

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Zero-In RX is a one-stop shop for electronic prescribing information and resources for physicians

White House National Health Care Day of Service, June 27th

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Yesterday, the White House announced that this Saturday, June 27th, will be a "National Health Care Day of Service."

AMA Stands with President Obama at Historic Bill Signing on Tobacco Regulation

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"As long-time advocates for strong regulation of the tobacco industry, the AMA is honored to stand with President Obama today as he signs the historic tobacco law."

KevinMD: AMA Reflects on President Obama's Speech

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA President J. James Rohack reflects on President Obama's address to the AMA House of Delegates on top physician blog, KevinMD.

AMA Commends Bipartisan Effort to Reform Health System

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"The AMA commends former Senators Baker, Daschle and Dole for their leadership on health system reform. We have a historic opportunity this year to provide all Americans with affordable, high-quality health coverage..."

AMA Announces Election Results for Board of Trustees

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA) today introduced the 21 members of its Board of Trustees for the coming year following elections held during the Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates in Chicago.

AMA Adopts Strategies to Help Address Medical Student Debt; Help Relieve Physician Shortage

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA) today adopted new policy to help address the increasing medical student debt burden at its Annual Meeting.

AMA Works to Enhance Medical Education

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

To meet the nation’s growing health-care needs, the American Medical Association (AMA) calls for adding new areas of study to medical education, including health-care economics, public health, and disaster preparedness.

AMA Supports Health System Reform Alternatives Consistent with Principles of Pluralism, Freedom of Choice, Freedom of Practice and Universal Access for Patients

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

As the American Medical Association (AMA) works for health reform this year that provides all Americans with affordable, high-quality health coverage, new policy states that the AMA "support health system reform alternatives that are consistent with AMA principles of pluralism, freedom of choice, freedom of practice, and universal access for patients."

AMA Adopts New Public Health Policies at Annual Meeting

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA) voted today at its Annual Meeting to adopt the following new public health policies.

Medical Schools, Health Care Facilities Can Be Healthy Diet Role Models

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Health care organizations, such as medical schools and hospitals, can serve as role models and educators on the importance of adopting a healthier and more sustainable food system.

Ohio Medical Student Justin B. Mahida Elected to the AMA Board of Trustees

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA) today announced Justin B. Mahida, a medical student at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, is elected to the AMA Board of Trustees.

Wisconsin Doctor Raj Ambay Elected to the AMA Board of Trustees

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA) today announced Raj Ambay, MD, DDS, a resident in plastic surgery in Madison, Wis., is elected to the AMA Board of Trustees.

Missouri Doctor David Barbe Newly Elected to the AMA Board of Trustees

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

David O. Barbe, MD, a practicing family physician, was elected today as the newest member of the Board of Trustees of the American Medical Association.

AMA Inaugurates J. James Rohack as President

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Health reform must deliver "evolutionary change," says new leader of American medicine.

Florida Physician Cecil B. Wilson Named AMA President-Elect

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Cecil B. Wilson, MD, an internist from Winter Park, Fla., was named president-elect of the American Medical Association (AMA), the nation's largest and most influential physician organization.

AMA Provides Guidelines for Breach of Information in Electronic Medical Records

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

To protect the privacy and security of patients, the American Medical Association (AMA) today adopted new guiding principles for physicians in the event a patient's electronic medical record is breached.

AMA Adopts New Policies at Annual Meeting

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA), the nation's largest physician group, voted today at its Annual Meeting to adopt the following new policies.

President Obama Receives Warm Welcome from AMA Physicians

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

President Obama calls for health reform, asks for doctors' help.

AMA Committed to Health Reform, Welcomes President Obama

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"Like President Obama, the AMA is committed to health reform this year that provides all Americans with affordable, high-quality health coverage."

AMA Annual Meeting Starts Tomorrow

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

President Obama to address the nation’s physician leaders on Monday, June 15.

President Obama to Speak on Health Reform at AMA Meeting

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA's 158th Annual Meeting
Chicago, Ill.
Monday, June 15, 2009

AMA Committed to Health System Reform This Year

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"Today's New York Times story creates a false impression about the AMA's position on a public plan option in health care reform legislation."

New AMA and Microsoft Collaboration to Enhance Patient-Physician Communication

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA) announced today it is working with Microsoft to better connect patients with their physicians.

AMA Cheers Senate Passage of Historic Tobacco Regulation Bill

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The AMA cheers Senate passage of legislation that will for the first time allow the FDA to strongly regulate cigarettes and other tobacco products.

AMA Column on KevinMD.com: Health IT Help for Physicians

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

A column by AMA Board Chair Dr. Joseph Heyman today at physician blog KevinMD.com highlights what the AMA is doing to help physician practices adopt new technology.

Novel Tool Evaluates Disaster Readiness in U.S. Cities

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

An innovative computer-based modeling approach for rare public health emergencies can help with disaster planning and medical response efforts in metropolitan areas.

AMA Outlines Initiatives to White House to Help Slow Increases in Health Spending

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Contributes to effort to bend spending curve to help move health reform forward.

AMA Condemns Attack Against Physician

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"The American Medical Association is shocked and deeply saddened by the murder of Wichita physician, George R. Tiller, MD."

AMA eVoice

Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA pledge focuses on lower rate of growth in total health spending; Operating plan for health information technology provisions of stimulus law now available; Know your rights: health insurer settlement coding provisions

AAPPO and AMA Partner on New Contracting Toolkit

Tue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 CDT

New toolkit will help foster a better understanding of contractual agreements among preferred provider networks, payers and physicians.

Free AMA Webinar to Help Physicians Access Stimulus Funds for Health IT

Fri, 15 May 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Physicians can receive up to $44,000 over a five-year period for the use of Health IT.

New AMA Collaboration With Physician Blogger KevinMD.com

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA President-elect Dr. Jim Rohack elaborates at KevinMD.com on this week’s White House meeting aimed at "bending the health care spending curve" to help achieve health care reform this year.

AMA to President Obama: All Americans should have access to affordable, high quality health care services

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 CDT

We believe that all Americans should have access to affordable, high quality health care services. Thus, we applaud your strong commitment to reforming our nation’s health care system.

AMA Joins President Obama and Health Care Stakeholders to Reduce Growth in Health Care Costs

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Dr. Jim Rohack and Dr. Rebecca Patchin from the AMA Board of Trustees joined President Obama at the White House today to announce a new commitment to reducing the growth in health-care spending.

AMA Commits to Help Slow Increases in Health Spending

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"The need for health reform that provides coverage and high quality, affordable health care for all Americans is clear"

Michigan Physicians Gain From New AMA and MSMS Collaboration to Improve Physician Practice Efficiency

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Michigan physicians are the first in the nation to gain increased access to health information technologies (Health IT) through a new collaboration announced today by the American Medical Association (AMA) and Michigan State Medical Society (MSMS) with Compuware's Covisint.

AMA Congratulates Gov. Sebelius as HHS Secretary

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"The American Medical Association congratulates Gov. Kathleen Sebelius on her confirmation as health and human services secretary, and we look forward to working with her, the administration and Congress to improve the health care system for all Americans."

Human Swine Influenza (Flu)

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed that human cases of swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection have been identified in the United States and internationally.

AMA and MGMA Partner to Help Members with Medicare Enrollment

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

New toolkit will help physician practices navigate the new requirements of the Medicare enrollment process.

AMA Breaks 1000 Followers on Twitter

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

More than 1000 followers are receiving AMA news updates. Join our growing online community.

AMA-branded Web Portal Partners Announced

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Covisint and DrFirst released announcements today about collaboration efforts on an AMA-branded Web portal.

AMA Supports Obama's Principles for Health Care Reform and Outlines Framework for Action

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Letter to President Barack Obama outlines the association's framework for action.

Specialty 'Speed Dating' Event Takes AMA Headquarters by Storm

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

More than 70 medical students and physicians recently visited AMA headquarters in Chicago for a special event aimed at helping students choose a specialty.

How Hospitals Can Make Beds Available for Disaster Victims

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

New AMA disaster journal studies suggest discharging non-critical patients.

AMA Announces Staff Reductions

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA) announced today that it is reducing its 2009 operating budget to offset declining revenues amid the ongoing economic downturn.

AMA Supports Action by U.S. House to Better Regulate Tobacco Products

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

"The American Medical Association supports action taken today by the U.S. House of Representatives to pass the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act, a step toward better regulation of tobacco."

AMA Unveils Electronic Prescribing Online Learning Center

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The AMA launches a new online learning center to provide physicians with all the information and tools they need to make informed decisions about electronic prescribing.

AMA Launches Twitter Profile to Share News and Information

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA) today launches a profile page on the social-networking site Twitter. AMA "tweets" will provide timely AMA news and information.

AMA, Elsevier Join to Co-Publish Coding Reference Books

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Two of the biggest names in health care publishing have announced an agreement to co-publish ICD-9-CM and HCPCS coding reference books.

AMA Marks National Doctors' Day with an Eye to the Future

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

March 30th day to honor physicians, highlight need to shore up physician workforce.

National Organizations Collaborate on Approaches to Health Reform

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Diverse groups work together to exchange perspectives, identify options for congressional action.

AMA President Honored with Highest AMWA Award for Women in Medicine

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA President Nancy H. Nielsen, MD, PhD, is honored today with the AMWA's Elizabeth Blackwell Award.

AMA to Senate: Make Health Insurer Payments More Transparent

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Hold insurers accountable for their payment responsibility to patients and physicians.

AMA eVoice

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA announces physician class action against WellPoint; Time publishes AMA's letter to the editor about the underinsured; AMA to Senate: Make health insurer payments more transparent.

AMA Announces Physician Class Action Against WellPoint

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Lawsuit expands effort to halt insurer scheme that shifts medical costs to physicians and patients.

Permanent Medicare Physician Payment Reform Needed This Year

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Permanent Medicare physician payment reform is needed this year to ensure long-term access to care for seniors, and the realistic forecast of future Medicare spending on physician services in the federal budget makes the reform economically feasible.

AMA's Dr. Nielsen Discusses Medical Liability Reform in AP Article

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA President Dr. Nancy Nielsen speaks out on the need for medical liability reform in an Associated Press article published on Tuesday March 17, 2009.

AMA Medical Students, Residents and Fellows Gather for Lobby Day

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA medical students, residents and fellows came to Washington from across the country for medical student Lobby Day where they urged legislators to permanently reform the Medicare payment system, lift the cap on Medicare-supported residency positions, and reduce the debt incurred from medical school.

AMA Salutes Government Officials for Dedication to Health Care with Top Award

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA) today announced the eight recipients of the 2009 Dr. Nathan Davis Award for Outstanding Government Service – the highest award for elected officials and government employees from the nation’s largest physician organization.

AMA Physicians Work for Health Care Reform

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Physicians from across the nation are in Washington, D.C. today to meet with lawmakers and make the case that health care reform is crucial to jumpstarting the economy.

AMA Celebrates Patient Safety Awareness Week

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association (AMA) is proud to support the national Patient Safety Awareness Week (PSAW).

AMA's Dr. Nielsen Featured on C-Span

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

AMA President Dr. Nancy Nielsen was a featured guest on CSPAN's well-regarded morning show Washington Journal on Monday, March 9 to discuss health care reform and the AMA's work to achieve meaningful reform this year.

AMA Supports President's Decision to Fund Stem Cell Research

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

Stem cell research holds great promise to treat diseases that science has so far been unable to cure, and this change in policy will allow researchers to accelerate their efforts by applying for federal research funds.

AMA Journal Releases Two New Studies

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CDT

The American Medical Association's (AMA) Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Journal released two new studies. The studies found increased violence among Mississippi women after Hurricane Katrina and increased legal protection for emergency medical volunteers.

AMA's Dr. Nielsen Featured on News Hour with Jim Lehrer

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

Dr. Nancy Nielsen, AMA President, was featured on the lead segment of News Hour with Jim Lehrer Thursday, March 5 at 6 p.m. EST. Dr. Nielsen discussed health system reform and yesterday's White House Health Summit.

AMA eVoice®

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

Physicians hail Arkansas court victory against Baptist Health; AMA participates in White House summit on health care; Doctors heading to Capitol Hill

AMA to Participate in White House Summit on Health Care

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

"Improving the health care system for patients and physicians is a top priority of the American Medical Association, and I am honored to join President Obama as he works toward reform."

AMA Congratulates Obama's New Health Care Picks: Gov. Sebelius and Nancy-Ann Deparle

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

In Gov. Kathleen Sebelius' roles as insurance commissioner and governor, she has demonstrated the leadership skills required to direct HHS and implement health system reform.

Physicians Hail Arkansas Court Victory Against Baptist Health

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

In a legal victory that preserves the patient-physician relationship and promotes competition, an Arkansas state court has ruled that Baptist Health, Arkansas' largest hospital system, acted improperly by inappropriately restricting hospital admitting privileges and interfering with the continuity of patient care.

President's Budget Affirms Commitment to Health System Reform

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

The focus on health care in President Obama's budget highlights the importance of health system reform.

AMA Applauds Obama's Commitment to Health System Reform

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

America's patients and physicians want meaningful progress on health system reform this year, and the American Medical Association applauds President Obama's commitment to achieving that goal.

AMA Commends CIGNA for Agreeing to Drop Ingenix Database

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

The American Medical Association commends CIGNA Corporation for committing today to the groundbreaking insurer settlements arranged by New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo.

AMA's Award-Winning Newspaper Expands Online Content for Physicians

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

To better accommodate physicians’ needs in the fast-changing world of health-care news, the American Medical Association’s (AMA) physician-focused newspaper, American Medical News, is expanding its online presence and capabilities.

AMA: Ruling Shows More Evidence of No Connection Between Vaccines and Autism

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Three recent rulings by the Special Masters of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims provides even more overwhelming evidence that there is no association between vaccines and autism or related disorders.

AMA Announces Physician Class-Actions Against Aetna and Cigna

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Lawsuits seek an end to insurer scheme that shifts medical costs to physicians and their patients.

Senate Passes Economic Stimulus Bill With Health Care Provisions

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

On February 10, 2009, the U.S. Senate passed an amended version of H.R. 1, the “American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009,” by a vote of 61-37.

AMA Applauds Senate for Investing in Health Care Through Stimulus

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

The AMA applauds the U.S. Senate for making an investment in health information technology (Health IT) and addressing the health care needs of the poor and the recently unemployed through the economic stimulus package.

AMA Cheers New Law to Get Kids Health Coverage

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Now millions more American children will be able to get the health care they need to have the best chance to learn, develop and succeed in life.

Daschle Steps Down as HHS Nominee

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Breaking Health Care News: Former Senator Tom Daschle has stepped down as the nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services amid growing concerns over unpaid taxes.

AMA Launches New Interactive Web Site

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Offering a fresh look and redesigned content, the American Medical Association (AMA) today launches a new Web site to help physicians, residents, and medical students easily obtain resources and tools relevant to their individual professional needs.

AMA Wins Legal Victory for Physicians in Privacy Court Case

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Physicians have won a major victory for preserving their privacy in the recent ruling by the D.C. Circuit of the United States Court of Appeals.

AMA Applauds U.S. Senate for Work to Cover Uninsured Kids

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 00:00:00 CST

"The AMA applauds the U.S. Senate for its work to cover millions of uninsured children through the reauthorization of SCHIP."

AMA Applauds House for Making an Investment in Health Care Through Stimulus

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 CST

"The investment in the safety net through more support for Medicaid will maintain the program that cares for some of our most vulnerable populations, and we look forward to the day that everyone has access to affordable health insurance."

AMA: Insurers Consolidate at Patients' Expense

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 CST

The vast majority of health insurance markets in the U.S. are dominated by one or two health insurers, according to a new study by the American Medical Association (AMA) that examined insurer competition in markets across the country.

AMA Wins Victory With Record-Breaking Settlement in Case Against Insurer

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 CST

The AMA, along with the Medical Society of the State of New York and the Missouri State Medical Association, claims victory with the settlement agreement reached today in the lawsuit against United Health Group.

AMA Calls on All Health Insurers to Reject Ingenix Database

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 CST

"In the wake of groundbreaking agreements arranged by New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo, the AMA calls upon all health insurers to immediately reject the fatally flawed Ingenix database."