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4 MIN READ

Are clinical support staff required to log out of EHR between documentation?

This regulatory myth examines if logging out of EHR between documentation and other clinical tasks is required—download a PDF of the myth.

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Digital
Debunking Regulatory Myths
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5 MIN READ

Are verbal orders prohibited?

Do the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and The Joint Commission (TJC) prohibit verbal orders? Download the myth and find out the answer.

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Sustainability
Debunking Regulatory Myths
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13 MIN READ

AMA president highlights ongoing COVID challenges, obstacles to care

AMA President Gerald E. Harmon, MD, addressed the AMA House of Delegates and outlined ongoing challenges physicians are facing in the fight against COVID-19.

Press Releases
2 MIN READ

The AMA helps sustain the viability of private practice

Private practices have been struggling for years; the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the financial strain and burdensome regulatory requirements faced by physician practice owners. AMA advocacy, resources and research help private practices thrive.

Private Practices
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4 MIN READ

Hard work ahead to stop looming Medicare physician pay cuts

With nearly 10% pay cuts set for 2022, AMA Senior Vice President of Advocacy Todd Askew says it’s time for Congress to reimagine Medicare payment.

Medicare & Medicaid
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4 MIN READ

5 simple changes to help cut doctors’ EHR burdens

The EHR is a known frustration for physicians, often contributing to burnout. Learn more with the AMA about how to save hours by taming the EHR

Digital
2 MIN READ

AMA spurs a movement to fight the key causes of physician burnout

Since 2013, the AMA has spurred a movement to fight the causes of burnout and provide relief for physicians who too often have been told to rely on reducing stress. Learn more.

Physician Health
2 MIN READ

Physician burnout and AMA regulatory victories

The AMA has shaped policies and regulatory victories that have reduced documentation burdens. Learn more.

Physician Health
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4 MIN READ

How insurance regulators are shaping states’ COVID-19 response

There’s more to state-level health advocacy than engaging governors and legislators. Activists must connect with insurance regulators who play vital roles.

Public Health