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All rights reserved.http://sdc.ama-assn.org/dcsf1dsoi10000kri0ttl6u9x_5s6b/dcs.gif?dcssip=www.ama-assn.org&dcsuri=/rss/ama/pub/news-events&WT.rss_ev=f&WT.rss_f=American Medical Association News&WT.ti=RSS: American Medical Association Newshttp://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news-events/news-events.shtml11The news source for America's physiciansAMA Offers Tool to Help Physicians Address the Driving Safety of Older PatientsThe AMA announced a free educational course to help physicians address the driving safety of their older patients.May 14, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-05-14-older-patients-driving-safety.pageAMA Applauds Senate Finance Committee for Focus on Medicare Physician Payment CrisisThe AMA is pleased that the Senate Finance Committee is focusing on a critical problem facing Medicare and TRICARE.May, 10, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-05-10-senate-finance-committee-medicare-physician-payment.pageAMA Comments on Meaningful Use Stage 2 EHR ProposalCurrent proposal would make it difficult for physicians to successfully participate in EHR program.May 7, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-05-07-meaningful-use-stage-2-ehr.pageAMA Reminds Physicians of Impending e-Prescribing DeadlineThe AMA reminds physicians that June 30, 2012 is the reporting deadline to avoid the 2013 Medicare e-prescribing program penalty.May 4, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-05-04-impending-eprescribing-deadline.pageAMA Supports Model Rule to Streamline Medical Billing for Workers’ Compensation InsuranceThe AMA supports a model rule that encourages electronic processing of medical claims in the workers’ compensation system.April 25, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-04-25-medical-billing-workers-compensation-insurance.pageAMA Encourages Patients to Safely Dispose of Prescription Drugs on April 28The AMA encourages patients to take advantage of the DEA's National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on April 28.April 24, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-04-24-national-prescription-drug-take-back-day.pageAMA: Trustees Report Shows Need for Action to Stop Looming Medicare Cut Without congressional action, physicians who care for Medicare patients will face a devastating cut on Jan. 1.April 23, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-04-23-trustees-report-medicare-cut.pageAMA to Hold First Ever Group Practice Career Fair During AMA Annual MeetingThe AMA announced its very first group practice career fair to help physician and medical student leaders connect with potential employers.April 23, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-04-23-ama-career-fair.pageAMA Releases Online Physician Resource to Help Diagnose and Treat Patients with Eating DisordersThe AMA has released an online training module to help primary care physicians better screen for and manage eating disorders. April 18, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-04-18-eating-disorders-online-training-module.pageAMA Pleased That Majority of New ACOs Will Be Physician-LedThe AMA is pleased that a majority of the 27 newest ACOs announced today by CMS will be physician-led.April 10, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-04-10-ama-pleased-majority-acos-physician-led.pageAMA Response to CMS Proposal to Postpone the ICD-10 Implementation DateThe AMA appreciates that CMS has proposed delaying the ICD-10 implementation date to October 1, 2014.April 9, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-04-09-cms-postpone-icd-10-implementation.pageAMA Medical Students Hold Week of Wellness April 2-8Medical students promote healthy behaviors across the country.April 2, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-04-02-week-of-wellness.pageAMA: Physicians Facing Imminent Storm of Federal RegulationsPhysician groups ask CMS to re-evaluate deadlines for programs and penalties.March 29, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-03-29-cms-federal-regulations-deadlines.pageAMA Honors Physicians on National Doctors’ DayThe AMA honors the physicians who have dedicated their professional lives to caring for America's patients.March 29, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-03-29-national-doctors-day.pageAMA Releases Physician Guide to Medical Management of the Home Care PatientThe AMA and the American Academy of Home Care Physicians released a new guidebook to help physicians identify and oversee the wide range of medical and social services available to assist their patients at home.March 26, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-03-26-medical-management-home-care-patient.pageAMA Applauds House Passage of Bill to Repeal IPAB, Enact Proven Medical Liability ReformsThe AMA applauds the House for voting to eliminate the Independent Payment Advisory Board.March 22, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-03-22-house-bill-repeal-ipab.pageAMA Testifies at FDA Hearing on Proposal to Expand Types of Drugs Available Over-the-CounterAMA concerned about patient safety, sees limited ability of new proposal to improve patient outcomes or medication adherence.March 22, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-03-22-fda-over-the-counter-drugs.pageAMA Welcomes Supreme Court Decision to Invalidate Prometheus PatentsThe U.S. Supreme Court prevented irreparable harm to patient care with its unanimous decision.March 20, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-03-20-supreme-court-decision-prometheus-patents.pageNew AMA Guidebook Takes the Mystery out of Insurer-Provided Profile ReportsThe AMA introduced a new guide to help physicians review insurer-provided practice data for practice improvement.March 15, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-03-15-insurer-provided-profile-reports.pageAMA Statement on Surgeon General’s Tobacco ReportAccording to the new Surgeon General's Report, the prevalence of smoking among young adults aged 18-24 is on the rise.March 8, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-03-08-surgeon-general-tobacco-report.pageAMA Statement on House Energy and Commerce Committee Passing H.R. 452, Legislation to Repeal IPABThe AMA has actively supported repeal of the IPAB because it would add to the problems caused by the broken Medicare physician payment formula.March 6, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-03-06-hr452-repeal-ipab.pageAMA Urges Patients: Give Your Home A Medicine Cabinet Check-UpDuring Patient Safety Awareness Week, know your medications and how to dispose of them.March 5, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-03-05-medicine-cabinet-check-up.pageAMA to Help People in Chicago Prepare for Emergencies and DisastersThe AMA, ACCESS Community Health and Apostolic Faith Church will be holding awareness sessions on March 15, 16 and 20 in Chicago to help citizens become more prepared in crisis situations. March 5, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-03-05-ama-citizenready-program.pageAMA Tells CMS: Stop Plans to Weaken Prescription Drug Access for Medicare PatientsAMA asks to change provisions that allow Medicare drug plans to deny drug coverage when they suspect prescription misuse.March 2, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-03-02-prescription-drug-access-medicare-patients.pageAMA Releases Online Physician Resource to Help Patients Make Healthy Food ChoicesThe AMA has released an online training module to help physicians counsel their patients on healthy eating habits.Feb. 28, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-02-28-healthy-food-choices-module.pageAMA Guidebook Helps Physicians Meet Needs of Older PatientsThe AMA has released a new publication entitled "Geriatric Care by Design" to help physicians care for their older patients.Feb. 27, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-02-27-ama-guidebook-geriatric-care.pageAMA Tells Congress: IPAB Would Hurt Patients’ Access to Care and Should be RepealedThe AMA told Congress that the IPAB would add to the problems caused by the current physician payment formula.Feb. 27, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-02-27-ipab-should-be-repealed.pageNew AMA How-to Manual on Emerging Physician Payment ModelsAMA committed to help physicians evaluate payment options.Feb. 24, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-02-24-emerging-physician-payment-models.pageAMA Statement on Stage 2 Meaningful Use Proposed RuleThe AMA is committed to EHR adoption that streamlines physician practices.Feb. 24, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-02-24-stage-2-meaningful-use-proposed-rule.pageAMA and AT&T Combine Care Management Platforms to Improve Collaboration Among Caregivers NationwideStrategic alliance helps thousands of physicians modernize practices.Feb. 21, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-02-21-ama-att-combine-care-management-platforms.pageAMA Statement in Support Of HHS' Intent to Delay ICD-10 Compliance DateThe AMA appreciates Secretary Sebelius' swift response to address the AMA’s serious concerns with ICD-10 implementation.Feb. 16, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-02-16-support-delay-icd-10-compliance.pageAMA Statement on 10-Month Delay of Medicare Physician Payment CutThe House and Senate agreement averts a 27 percent cut on March 1, but it represents a serious missed opportunity.Feb. 15, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-02-15-delay-medicare-physician-payment-cut.pageCourt Approves Award Payments in AMA Legal Battle Against UnitedHealthA federal court judge has cleared the way for releasing payments in the 2009 settlement. Feb. 9, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-02-09-court-approves-payments-ama-versus-unitedhealth.pageAMA Releases Free ‘Weigh What Matters’ App to Help People Achieve Healthier LifestylesHelps patients improve their overall health as part of the AMA Healthier Life Steps program.Jan. 30, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-01-30-ama-weigh-what-matters-app.pageAMA, AARP Release Free Medicare Preventive Services Patient Brochure"Team Up to Stay Healthy" brochure helps seniors receive the preventive services that are now covered by Medicare.Jan. 26, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-01-26-ama-aarp-medicare-preventive-services-brochure.pageAMA Calls on Congress to Stop Stalling and Stabilize MedicareAction needed now to protect Medicare, TRICARE patients and save taxpayers’ moneyJan. 23, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-01-23-stop-stalling-stabilize-medicare.pageAMA and TransforMED Release Health IT Tutorials for Physician PracticesThe AMA and TransforMED released three online educational tutorials today to help physician practices better implement health IT.Jan. 17, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-01-17-health-it-tutorials.pageAMA Unveils Improved Practice Management WebsiteNew features highlight resources that physician practices need to save time and money.Jan. 11, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-01-11-improved-practice-management-website.pageAMA Applauds FDA Decision to Restrict Cephalosporin Use in Animal AgriculturePhysicians must be able to rely on proven, safe and effective medications to provide optimal care to their patients.Jan. 5, 2012http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2012-01-05-cephalosporin-use-animal-agriculture.pageAMA Statement on Two-Month Delay of Medicare Physician Payment CutAMA to Congress: It's time to end the short-term patches and provide long-term stability for seniors and military families.Dec. 22, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-12-22-medicare-physician-payment-cut-delay.pageNew AMA Studies Show Cost Burden of the Medical Liability SystemThe AMA released two new trend reports illustrating the price Americans pay for the nation's broken medical liability system.Dec. 21, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-12-21-policy-research-perspective-studies.pageAMA: Time for Congress to Resolve Differences, Protect Access to Care for Patients"It is shameful that patients and physicians are the collateral damage; the citizens of this country deserve better."Dec. 20, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-12-20-carmel-access-care.pageAMA Responds to Proposed Two-Month Medicare Physician Payment Formula PatchFiscally Responsible Policy is Repeal of Medicare Physician Payment Formula -- Not More Patches.Dec. 17, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-12-17-medicare-physician-payment-formula-patch.pageAmerican Medical Association Announces Relocation of Chicago Headquarters to 330 N. WabashThe AMA announced today that it plans to relocate its Chicago headquarters to 330 N. Wabash in September 2013. Dec. 9, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-12-09-ama-announces-relocation.pageWorldScopes Helps First Generation of South Sudan DoctorsAMA Foundation initiative sends stethoscopes to those in need around the world.Dec. 7, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-12-07-worldscopes-helps-south-sudan-doctors.pageAMA Statement on American Lung Association’s Annual Tobacco Cessation ReportAMA concerned about limited availability of and insurance coverage for tobacco cessation programs.Dec. 7, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-12-07-tobacco-cessation-report.pageAMA Statement on Proposed Delay of Stage 2 Meaningful Use Requirements for Those Who Start Stage 1 in 2011The AMA supports flexible criteria for the Medicare and Medicaid EHR meaningful use incentive program. Dec. 1, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-12-01-meaningful-use-requirements.pageAMA Statement on New Report Citing Reduced State Funding for Tobacco Prevention and Cessation ProgramsThe AMA is concerned about the reduction in state funding for tobacco prevention and treatment programs.Nov. 30, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-30-reduced-funding-tobacco.pageAmagine and DMC PHO Announce New RelationshipAgreement will bring e-health resources to physicians to enhance patient care and office efficiency.Nov. 30, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-30-ama-dmc-pho.pageAMA Supports Marilyn Tavenner for CMS AdministratorThe American Medical Association supports the nomination of Marilyn Tavenner for CMS administrator. Nov. 28, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-28-cms-tavenner-nomination.pageAMA Introduces 'My Medications' App for PatientsThe AMA introduced its second app, designed to allow patients to store, carry and share their medical information.Nov. 22, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-22-ama-introduces-my-medications-app.pageAMA: Deficit Committee Failure Leaves 27 Percent Medicare Cut Looming on Jan. 1The failure of the deficit committee forces our nation to continue on an unsustainable path...Nov. 21, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-21-deficit-committee-failure-medicare-cut.pageAmagine and Michigan Association of Health Plans Announce Plans to Speed Access to Insurance InformationIncreased access facilitates efficiency and helps improve patient careNov. 21, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-21-amagine-michigan-association-access-insurance-information.pageAMA Statement on House Vote to Remove Three Percent WithholdingThe AMA applauds Congress for passing this important piece of legislation that removes the three percent withholding provision...Nov. 17, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-17-vote-remove-three-percent-withholding.pageAMA Statement on Schwartz Proposal to Fix Medicare Physician Payment ProblemThe AMA appreciates the bipartisan leadership that Rep. Schwartz has shown in addressing the Medicare physician payment formula. Nov. 16, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-16-schwartz-proposal-medicare.pageAMA Adopts New Policies During Final Day of Semi-Annual MeetingThe AMA voted today during the closing session of its semi-annual policy-making meeting to adopt the following new policies...Nov. 15, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-15-ama-adopts-new-policies.pageAMA Adopts New Policy to Combat National Drug Shortages at Semi-Annual Policy-Making MeetingThe AMA today adopted policy to combat national drug shortages that threaten patient care and safety.Nov. 14, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-14-ama-new-policy-drug-shortages.pageAMA Supports Allowing Research on Organ Transplantation between HIV-infected IndividualsThe AMA voted to support amending a federal law that bars clinical research of HIV-infected organ donation.Nov. 14, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-14-ama-supports-research-organ-transplantation.pageAMA Honors Donald H. Alexander with Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement AwardThe AMA today presented Donald H. Alexander, MPH with the Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement Award.Nov. 12, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-12-ama-honors-donald-alexander.pageWinston-Salem Physician Wins AMA Distinguished Service AwardThe AMA today presented Winston-Salem, N.C. physician Jesse Hedgepeth Meredith, M.D., with its 2011 Distinguished Service Award.Nov. 12, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-12-ama-honors-jesse-hedgepeth-meredith.pageColumbus Physician Receives AMA Young Physician AwardThe AMA today awarded Don Hayes, M.D., with the Dr. William Beaumont Award in Medicine. Nov. 12, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-12-ama-honors-don-hayes.pageAMA Honors Adam Jablonowski With Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement AwardThe AMA today presented Adam Jablonowski with the Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement Award in honor of his contributions to the medical profession.Nov. 12, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-12-ama-honors-adam-jablonowski.pageAMA Honors Chicago Physician with Distinguished Service AwardThe AMA presented Sandra F. Olson, M.D., a neurologist from Chicago, Ill., with its 2011 Distinguished Service Award.Nov. 12, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-12-ama-honors-sandra-olson.pageDelaware Health Care Leader Recognized with Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement AwardThe AMA presented Mark A. Meister, Sr. with the 2011 Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement Award.Nov. 12, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-12-ama-honors-mark-meister.pageSan Francisco Health Care Leader Receives Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement AwardThe AMA presented William N. Guertin with the 2011 Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement Award.Nov. 12, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-12-ama-honors-william-guertin.pageJulie Goonewardene Named Public Trustee of the American Medical AssociationJulie Goonewardene was elected today to the American Medical Association Board of Trustees at the organization’s semi-annual policy-making meeting.Nov. 12, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-12-julie-goonewardene-public-trustee.pageAMA Announces 2011 App Challenge WinnersOut of the hundreds of ideas submitted, two were selected by AMA members as the next great medical app ideas. Nov. 11, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-11-app-challenge-winners.pagePhysicians Tell Congress: December Is Too Late, Repeal Medicare Physician Payment Formula Now to Stop Drastic CutThe AMA and specialty medical societies are urging Congress not to wait until the last minute to stop this devastating cut.Nov. 10, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-10-repeal-medicare-physician-payment-formula.pageAMA Applauds OSHA Decision on Resident Work HoursThe AMA applauded the OSHA decision to allow the ACGME to continue to serve as the regulatory body for medical resident work hours.Nov. 9, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-11-09-osha-resident-work-hours.pagePhysicians, Military Officers Tell Congress: In Honor of Veterans Day, Protect Health Care for Military FamiliesThis Veterans Day, the AMA and the MOAA are calling on Congress to protect health care access... Nov. 8, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/moaa-protect-health-care.pageMedicare Physician Fee Schedule Rule Highlights Need for Congressional Action on Physician Payment FormulaThe release of the Medicare physician fee schedule rule serves as a reminder to Congress that there is a looming crisis...Nov. 1, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/medicare-rule-highlights-need-for-congressional-action.pageAMA Helps Physicians Implement Electronic Claims ProcessesToolkits, webinars and new online community rolled out for AMA's "Heal that Claim"™ month.Nov. 1, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-helps-physicians-implement-electronic-claims-processes.pageAMA to Help Physicians Promote Healthy FamiliesThe AMA released CME activities to help physicians promote healthy lifestyles to their patients and families.Nov. 1, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-to-help-physicians-promote-healthy-families.pageAMA Statement on House Vote to Eliminate 3 Percent WithholdingThe AMA applauds the House for passing legislation that removes the three percent withholding provision.Oct. 27, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/eliminate-3-percent-withholding.pageNew AMA Study Finds Anti-Competitive Conditions Exist in 4 of 5 U.S. Health Insurance MarketsHeath insurer mergers deserve a critical look.Oct. 25, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-study-anti-competitive-conditions.pageAMA Launches Ad Campaign to Emphasize Importance of Patient-Physician RelationshipToday, the AMA launched a multi-million dollar ad campaign highlighting the importance of the patient-physician relationship.Oct. 24, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-launches-ad-campaign-patient-physician-relationship.pageAMA: Final ACO Rule Offers Promise to Improve Care Delivery Final rule includes important improvements recommended by AMA.Oct. 20, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/final-aco-rule.pageAMA's Multi-Million Dollar Ad Campaign Urges Congress: Fix Medicare NowNew poll shows 94 percent of Americans believe looming 30 percent cut is serious problem.Oct. 7, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-medicare-ad-campaign.pageAMA Statement in Opposition to MedPAC’s Proposed Physician Payment CutsAMA strongly opposes the Medicare physician payment recommendation voted on today by MedPAC.Oct. 6, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-statement-opposing-medpac-proposed-cuts.pageAMA Reminds Physicians of Impending E-Prescribing Exemption DeadlineAMA wants to ensure that physicians who are not able to meet the program requirements are aware of upcoming exemption deadline.Oct. 5, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-reminds-physicians-impending-eprescribing-exemption-deadline.pageAMA Calls on Congressional Deficit Committee to Include Medical Liability Reforms in Final Legislative PackageA total of 98 state and specialty medical societies joined the AMA by co-signing letters.Oct. 4, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-congressional-deficit-committee-include-mlr.pageAMA Supports Holding Lawmakers Accountable in Court for Medicaid Funding ReductionsU.S. Supreme Court should allow private parties lawsuits to enforce Medicaid’s equal access mandate.Sept. 30, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-supports-holding-lawmakers-accountable-medicaid-funding-reductions.pageAMA Statement in Support of CMMI Comprehensive Primary Care InitiativeThe AMA applauds the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) for launching the Comprehensive Primary Care Initiative.Sept. 28, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-supports-cmmi-comprehensive-primary-care-initiative.pageAMA Calls on Congressional Deficit Committee to Repeal SGRAction needed now to stabilize Medicare, save taxpayers’ moneySept. 22, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-calls-on-congressional-deficit-committee-to-repeal-sgr.pageAMA Files Florida Supreme Court Brief in Support of Upholding Medical Liability ReformCaps on noneconomic damages promote greater access to health careSept. 22, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-files-florida-brief-medical-liability-reform.pageAMA Statement on Physician Cuts Considered by MedPACThe AMA strongly opposes the plan under consideration by the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission.Sept. 19, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/physician-cuts-medpac.pageAMA Statement on SGR Repeal in President's Deficit ProposalAMA commends the President for recognizing that any serious plan to address the deficit must include a repeal of the Medicare SGR.Sept. 19, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-statement-on-sgr-repeal-in-deficit-proposal.pageAMA Warns International Physicians of Financial ScamThe American Medical Association is warning international physicians to beware of a financial scam that is targeting physicians living abroad but seeking employment in the United States.Sept. 12, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/financial-scam.pageAMA: Consolidation Threatens New Models of Patient CarePolicies to enable physician-led models of care are needed to improve quality, lower costs.Sept. 9, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/consolidation-threatens-new-models-of-patient-care.pageAMA Appreciates CMS’ Changes in Final 2012 E-prescribing Penalty Policy, but Concerns RemainThe AMA appreciates changes made by CMS that provide more flexibility under the Medicare e-prescribing program.Sept. 1, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-appreciates-cms-eprescribing-changes-but-concerns-remain.pageAMA Recognizes Progress of Female Physicians During Women in Medicine MonthThe AMA celebrates Women in Medicine Month by recognizing the contributions and successes of female physicians.Sept. 1, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/women-in-medicine-month-2011.pageAMA Announces 2011 App Challenge FinalistsAMA members can vote for their favorite App Challenge idea until Sept. 30, 2011.Aug. 31, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/app-challenge-finalists.pageAMA to Help People in New York Prepare for Emergencies and Disasters like Hurricane IreneThe AMA and NDLS Training Centers in New York will hold awareness sessions to help prepare citizens for crisis situations.Aug. 30, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/emergency-awareness-hurricane-irene.pageAMA Responds to CMS’ Bundled Payment InitiativeThe American Medical Association appreciates CMS' responsiveness to our interest in bundled payments.Aug. 24, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/bundled-payment-initiative.pageCMS Must Ensure Data Is Reliable for Patients, PhysiciansProposed Medicare data release rule needs improved safeguards, appeals process.Aug. 8, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/cms-medicare-data.page?AMA Urges CMS to Make Additional Changes to E-prescribing Penalty ProgramFormal comments submitted to CMS on the proposed changes to the e-prescribing penalty program.July 26, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-urges-changes-to-eprescribing-penalty-program.pageAMA Offers New Resources for Physicians Considering Hospital EmploymentThe AMA is committed to providing physicians with the resources they need to navigate the changes health reform presents.July 20, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/hospital-employment-resources.page?Bipartisan Gang of Six Calls for Repeal of the SGRThe undersigned organizations commend the Senate Bipartisan "Gang of Six" for recognizing that reform of the Medicare physician payment formula – specifically a full repeal of the sustainable growth rate formula – must be included in deficit reduction legislation.July 19, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/gang-six-repeal-sgr.page?AMA Presents New Web-based Medical Billing Code ReferencesProducts and updates available on newly created AMA website.July 18, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/online-coding-billing-solutions.pageAMA Applauds Progress in Effort to Remove Smoking from Youth-Rated FilmsResearch shows that the more smoking young people see on screen, the more likely they are to become smokers.July 14, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/smoking-youth-films.page?Connecticut State Medical Society and Amagine, Inc. Announce New Relationship to Deliver Internet-Based Health Information Resources to PhysiciansAmagine, Inc. and the Connecticut State Medical Society are teaming up to offer the AMAGINE physician portal to Connecticut physicians.June 30, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/csms-amagine-health-it.page?AMA: Proposed Cuts to Medicare Payments for Diagnostic Imaging Will Compromise Patient CareThe AMA opposes a proposal to use cuts to Medicare payments for diagnostic imaging to offset the cost of a trade agreement.June 29, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/medicare-cuts-diagnostic-imaging.page?Physicians Tell President, Congress; Medicare Payment Reform Must Be Part of Deficit Reduction PlansGroups tell policymakers delaying action only adds to the national debtJune 27, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/physicians-president-congress.page?Supreme Court Ruling Allows Disclosure of Physician Prescribing DataThe American Medical Association believes today's Supreme Court decision in Sorrell v. IMS Health is important.June 23, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/supreme-court-sorrell-ims.page? AMA Announces Board of Trustees for 2011-2012The AMA today introduced the 21 members of its Board of Trustees for the coming year.June 22, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/board-trustees-2011-2012.page?Across-the-Board Spending Cap Would Have Devastating Consequences for Real PeopleConsumer and provider groups come together to highlight real-world impact. June 22, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/spending-gap-consequences.page?Massachusetts Doctor Alexander Ding Elected to the AMA Board of Trustees The AMA today announced Alexander Ding, M.D., M.S., a resident in radiology in Boston, Mass., has been elected to the AMA Board of Trustees.June 22, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ding-board-trustees.page?New York Medical Student Jordan M. VanLare Elected to the AMA Board of TrusteesThe AMA announced Jordan M. VanLare, a medical student at the College of Physicians & Surgeons in New York, NY, has been installed to the AMA Board of Trustees.June 22, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/vanlare-board-trustees.page?AMA Inaugurates Peter W. Carmel As PresidentPeter W. Carmel, MD, was inaugurated as the 166th president of the American Medical Association.June 21, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/carmel-named-president.page?AMA Adopts New Policies at Annual MeetingNew policies adopted relate to nutrition counseling, body image, dietary guidelines for the incarcerated, Bill of Rights, personal qualities in medical education ...June 21, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/a11-new-policies.page?North Carolina Physician Albert Osbahr Newly Elected to the AMA Board of TrusteesAlbert J. Osbahr, MD, a family and occupational physician from Hickory, N.C., was elected today as a new member of the Board of Trustees of the American Medical Association (AMA), the nation's largest and most influential physician organization.June 21, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/osbahr-board-trustees.page?New Hampshire Physician Georgia Tuttle Newly Elected to AMA Board of TrusteesGeorgia A. Tuttle, MD, a dermatologist from Lebanon, N.H., was elected today as a new member of the Board of Trustees of the American Medical Association.June 21, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/tuttle-board-trustees.page?Oregon Neurosurgeon, Monica C. Wehby Elected to AMA Board of TrusteesMonica C. Wehby, MD, a pediatric neurosurgeon from Portland, Ore., was elected today as a new member of the Board of Trustees of the American Medical Association.June 21, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/wehby-board-trustees.page?Georgia Physician Patrice Harris Newly Elected to AMA Board of TrusteesPatrice A. Harris, MD, a psychiatrist from Atlanta, Ga., was elected today as a new member of the Board of Trustees of the American Medical Association (AMA), the nation's largest and most influential physician organization.June 21, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/harris-board-trustees.page?Texas Physician Susan R. Bailey Elected Vice Speaker of the AMA House of DelegatesThe American Medical Association (AMA) announced today that Susan R. Bailey, MD, an allergist, immunologist and pediatrician from Fort Worth, Texas, was elected as the new vice speaker of the AMA House of Delegates.June 21, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/susan-bailey-vice-speaker.page?New AMA Health Insurer Report Card Finds Increasing Inaccuracy in Claims PaymentThe overall rate of inaccurate claims payments increased since last year among leading commercial health insurers.June 20, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-health-insurer-report-card.pageAMA Reaffirms Support for Individual Responsibility for Health Insurance to Cover the UninsuredThe AMA continues its strong policy in support of covering the uninsured.June 20, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/support-cover-uninsured.page?AMA Adopts New Policies at Annual MeetingNew policies adopted relate to bath salts, BPA in baby bottles and infant cups, mercury emissions from cement plants and safety of airport scanners.June 20, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2011-new-policies-adopted.page?Denver Psychiatrist Jeremy A. Lazarus Named AMA President-ElectJeremy A. Lazarus, MD, was named president-elect of the American Medical Association.June 18, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/lazarus-named-president-elect.page?Pennsylvania Physician Andrew Gurman Elected Speaker, AMA House of DelegatesThe AMA announced the election of Andrew W. Gurman, MD, to speaker of the AMA House of Delegates. June 18, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/gurman-named-speaker.page?AMAGINE Introduces New Interactive Program to Help Physicians Determine Health IT PrioritiesThree new health IT solutions added to the growing AMAGINE physician platform.June 17, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/health-it-index.page?AMA Expresses Concern Over Impending Trial of Health Care Professionals in BahrainDeep concern about the arrest and impending trial of 47 physicians and other health care professionals in Bahrain.June 13, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-expresses-concern-over-bahrain-trial.page?AMPAC Celebrates 50 Years of Physician Political EngagementFirst non-union PAC pioneered use of political education programs.June 9. 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ampac-celebrates-50-years.page?AMA: Revisions, Clarity Needed Before Physicians Form Medicare ACOsDr. Wilson weighs in on the proposals for Medicare accountable care organizations on top physician blog KevinMD.June 9, 2011http://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2011/06/ama-revisions-clarity-needed-physicians-form-medicare-acos.htmlAMA Calls on CMS to Revise ACO Proposal, Issue Interim Final RuleUrges CMS to make significant changes to the proposed rule to allow all interested physicians to lead and participate.June 3, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-calls-on-cms-to-revise-aco-proposal.pageAMA Names Dr. James Madara New EVP/CEOAccomplished academic medical center administrator and dean begins post July 1.June 2, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/ama-names-new-evp-ceo.pageAMA Reaction to New USDA Food GraphicThe AMA is committed to improving the health of all Americans by encouraging healthier lifestyle choices.June 2, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/usda-food-graphic.page?AMA Applauds CMS for Proposed Modification of e-Prescribing Penalty PolicyThe AMA applauds CMS for announcing that they plan to modify the e-prescribing penalty policy.May 26, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama//pub/news/news/eprescribing-penalty-policy.page?AMA: Key Modifications Needed So Physicians Can Lead, Participate in ACOsThe AMA submitted comments to the FTC and DOJ on their proposed policy regarding antitrust enforcement of ACOs.May 26, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama//pub/news/news/acos-modifications-needed.page?AMA Expresses Sympathy to Tornado Victims in MissouriCalls on available Missouri physicians to volunteer services in wake of disaster.May 23, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/missouri-physicians-tornado.page?AMA 2010 Annual Report Shows 11th Straight Year of Operating Profits to Help Move Medicine ForwardThe AMA released its 2010 Annual Report titled "Moving Medicine Forward."May 20, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/2010-annual-report.page?AMA: CMI's Help for Physicians Interested in Forming ACOs Is Step in the Right Direction; More Work NeededMore action is needed to ensure all physicians who wish to do so can lead and participate in Medicare ACOs.May 17, 2011http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/news/news/cmi-aco-initiatives.page?