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INDEX 2010
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- What editorial writers are saying about ruling in Virginia's health reform lawsuit
A federal judge ruled that the individual insurance mandate in the health reform law is unconstitutional.
- Dec. 27
- Social media use should mirror face-to-face patient dealings
A new AMA policy spells out how physicians can participate online without stepping over legal and ethical lines.
- Dec. 20
- What editorial writers are saying about the battle against AIDS
World AIDS Day was observed on Dec. 1, providing an opportunity to reflect on what progress has been made.
- Dec. 13
- Young athletes need closer watch after concussions
New AMA policy requires written physician approval before a youth suspected of such an injury can return to play or practice.
- Dec. 6
- What editorial writers are saying about cigarette warnings
The federal government recently unveiled proposed graphic warning labels to appear on cigarette packages and in advertisements. What will be their effect?
- Nov. 29
- A victory for the sanctity of the doctor-patient relationship
A recent court decision in Arkansas made clear that hospital economic credentialing policies may not stand up in court.
- Nov. 22
- Welcome to our archives
We hope that making our earlier articles accessible only adds to your reading experience.
- Nov. 22
- What editorial writers are saying about the elections and health reform
Some Republicans are calling for changes to the health reform law now that they have control of the House.
- Nov. 15
- Helping doctors heal themselves while healing others
A new AMA online tool kit offers physicians information on how to lead healthier lifestyles and serve as a wellness role model for patients.
- Nov. 8
- What editorial writers are saying about rulings on the health reform law
A federal court in Michigan upheld the validity of the health reform law, while a Florida judge said a 20-state lawsuit can proceed.
- Nov. 1
- What editorial writers are saying about marijuana ballot initiatives
Some states are voting Nov. 2 on the following referendums: whether to legalize medical marijuana, make it more widely available or decriminalize it.
- Oct. 25
- Medical education for transformative times
100 years after the Flexner report on medical education, it's time to think about how to advance physician training for a new generation of students.
- Oct. 18
- What editorial writers are saying about GOP's pledge on health care
The Republican House members' "Pledge to America" includes a vow to "repeal and replace" health system reform.
- Oct. 11
- Proposed tax break for lawyers would worsen liability mess
The AMA and other medical organizations say allowing attorneys to deduct expenses in certain liability cases would encourage lawyers to file more lawsuits.
- Oct. 4
- What editorial writers are saying about the effects of health system reform
The first major pieces of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act took effect as of Sept. 23.
- Sept. 27
- Physician ratings process needs transparency
Health insurers should put their cost-profile programs up for review to fix what researchers say is an inaccurate way of ranking doctors.
- Sept. 20
- What editorial writers are saying about stem cell research ban
A judge halted federal funding for embryonic stem cell research. A higher court temporarily lifted the ban, but that ruling is under appeal.
- Sept. 13
- Medical liability: Lawsuit chances take a toll
A new report found that 61% of doctors 55 and older have been sued, and AMA leaders say such findings confirm the need for tort reform.
- Sept. 6
- What editorial writers are saying about the Medicare trustees report
The Obama administration has touted the report as proof that the health system overhaul is helping Medicare's finances.
- Aug. 30
- What editorial writers are saying about Missouri's vote against insurance mandate
Voters in August rejected the federal health system reform's requirement that individuals buy coverage.
- Aug. 23
- EMR challenge: Tough road to reach "meaningful use"
The final CMS regulation for electronic medical records has some of the flexibility physicians need to be successful adopters, but not nearly enough.
- Aug. 16
- What editorial writers are saying about Obama's national AIDS strategy
The Obama administration in July unveiled an HIV/AIDS strategy that aims to reduce HIV infections and provide better care to people living with HIV.
- Aug. 9
- A more efficient claims process
Health plans need to standardize their filing rules to reduce the billions of dollars wasted in the claims processing system.
- Aug. 2
- What editorial writers are saying about the 10% tanning tax
Taxing indoor tanning bed sessions went into effect July 1. Many support the goal of cutting cancer, but others say it's unfair to small business.
- July 26
- E-cigarettes need FDA regulation
Sales of the devices without FDA approval should be prohibited, AMA delegates voted at their June Annual Meeting.
- July 19
- What commentators said about CMS' Dr. Berwick
President Obama used a recess appointment to make Donald Berwick, MD, the first permanent administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services since 2006.
- July 12
- What editorial writers are saying about Medicare physician pay
For years, Congress has delayed physician pay cuts mandated under Medicare's sustainable growth rate formula. And the bill keeps getting bigger.
- July 5
- United settlement: Helping doctors get their fair share
Winning a court agreement from UnitedHealth Group over faulty out-of-network pay was the first step. Helping doctors get appropriate payments is next.
- June 28
- What editorial writers are saying about medical marijuana laws
Many states have medical marijuana statutes, or are considering them. A recent crackdown in California, one of the movement's pioneer states, has others wary.
- June 21
- 10 things health insurers must do to regain trust
The AMA, with endorsement from 68 state and medical specialty societies, outlines steps health plans must take to be credible in the eyes of physicians and patients.
- June 14
- What editorial writers are saying about childhood obesity
Led by first lady Michelle Obama, the White House has launched a campaign against obesity in kids. Some states are eyeing their own initiatives.
- June 7
- Promoting preventive care: New tool tailored for baby boomer care
A report and an online resource are intended to boost health screenings and vaccinations for adults age 50 to 64.
- May 31
- What editorial writers are saying about state efforts to restrict abortion
Florida, Nebraska and Oklahoma are among states that are considering bills or have enacted legislation to regulate the procedure and its funding.
- May 24
- Tobacco control: States can do more
Although there has been success in tamping down tobacco use, states must continue making strides through cigarette taxes, public smoking bans and cessation support.
- May 17
- What editorial writers are saying about salt limits, other steps to improve health
An April Institute of Medicine report called for the Food and Drug Administration to regulate how much salt can be added to foods.
- May 10
- Health plan contracts: Help in leveling the playing field
The AMA's National Managed Care Contract can help doctors even the score when negotiating agreements with insurers.
- May 3
- What editorial writers are saying about requiring restaurants to post calorie counts
As part of the health reform law, the nation's chain restaurants must post calorie counts for items on their menus and near drive-through windows.
- April 26
- Physicians can ensure that older drivers stay safe
The AMA has issued a new edition of a guide aimed at helping physicians assess and counsel aging motorists.
- April 19
- What editorial writers are saying about lawsuits challenging health reform
Multiple state attorneys general are suing to overturn the health system reform law President Obama signed March 23.
- April 12
- EMR meaningful use standards need flexibility
Physicians are eager to embrace electronic medical records, but the implementation schedule demanded by proposed federal incentive requirements is too aggressive.
- April 5
- What editorial writers are saying about the enactment of health reform
President Obama on March 23 signed into law the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act after a close House vote.
- March 29
- What editorial writers are saying about using reconciliation for health reform
The process could allow the Senate to clear a final health system reform bill with 51 votes instead of 60.
- March 22
- Misguided ID theft rules confuse practices with banks
Physicians, already tracking identity theft under HIPAA, should not also be subject to regulations designed for banks.
- March 15
- What editorial writers are saying about the Anthem Blue Cross premium hike
The California-based WellPoint subsidiary informed individual subscribers that premiums would increase by as much as 39%.
- March 8
- Fighting to protect tort reform laws
The AMA will continue its efforts, even though a damages cap was struck down in Illinois and similar reforms are in peril in three more states.
- March 1
- What editorial writers are saying about autism study retraction
The Lancet in February retracted a 1998 study that incorrectly linked the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine to autism.
- Feb. 22
- Tobacco threat contained but not extinguished
There have been recent successes in repelling tobacco industry attempts to overturn federal regulation. But this is no time for complacency.
- Feb. 15
- What editorial writers are saying about health reform after Brown's election
The victory by Republican Sen.-elect Scott Brown to fill the late Sen. Edward Kennedy's seat stalls Democratic attempts to pass national health reform legislation.
- Feb. 8
- Protection from prying eyes: Physician Medicare data stays confidential
A federal appeals court ruled against a company's request for Medicare claims data, saying that would violate a 31-year-old injunction against revealing individual payment information.
- Feb. 1
- What editorial writers are saying about health system reform negotiations
Following health reform passage by the House and Senate, Democrats are negotiating a final bill without Republicans and media present.
- Jan. 25
- Fighting obesity: Tools for a year-round effort
The AMA provides physicians with resources for evaluating and treating weight-related health problems.
- Jan. 18
- What editorial writers are saying about the Senate health system reform vote
After a long and arduous process, the Senate voted 60-39 along party lines to pass a health reform bill that now must be reconciled with a House version passed earlier.
- Jan. 11
- More Medicare paperwork: Time short for PECOS chore
As many as 200,000 physicians will need to re-enroll with the federal program by April 5 to continue receiving payment.
- Jan. 4
 An Oklahoma judge struck down a state law requiring women seeking abortions to get mandatory sonograms.
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Featured stories
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