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You took care of the nation. It’s time for the nation to take care of you. It’s time to rebuild. And the AMA is ready.
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We’re standing up to insurance companies to eliminate care delays, patient harm and practice hassles.
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The evidence is clear. The Medicare payment system is on an unsustainable path, threatening patients' access to physicians.
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Fighting scope creep
Patients deserve care led by physicians—the most highly educated, trained and skilled health care professionals.
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The AMA is fighting for legislation to permanently fix the restrictions on telehealth coverage and payment.
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We are focused on removing administrative burdens, providing real-world solutions and helping physicians rediscover the joy in health care.
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