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      Insights from exclusive AMA report on resident well-being with Mark Greenawald, MD

      The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about resident burnout.

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      The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about resident burnout.

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      Sept. 22, 2023: Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update

      Physicians urge action on proposed 3.36% Medicare pay cut in 2024 and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.

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      AMA urges that telehealth prescribing benefits be protected and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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