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Latest prior auth survey shows promised reform remains elusive

Physicians remain skeptical that insurer pledges will meaningfully improve prior authorization. Here’s what real prior auth reform looks like.

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The AMA helps physicians build a better future for medicine, advocating in the courts and on the Hill to remove obstacles to patient care and confront today’s greatest health crises.

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Millions use chatbots for mental health. Accountability can’t wait.

Congress should ensure innovation aligns with the principles we expect in every corner of healthcare: safety, transparency, accountability and trust.

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How resolving moral distress unlocks physicians’ potential

The inability to do what feels right affects physicians to a greater degree and can keep us from delivering the care we know our patients need. 

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To 2026 graduates: You are medicine’s future—and its conscience

Practicing medicine is not only about science and skill. It’s about the daily opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

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AMA Equity Plan 2021-2023

Embedding equity into medicine requires planning and honesty. To meet this moment, the AMA has developed a plan to advance racial and social justice.

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Why better enforcement of the No Surprises Act is needed now

Insurers’ actions threaten patient protections under the No Surprises Act as well as the financial viability of independent physician practices. 

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Advancing mental health and SUD parity—from promise to practice

A powerful new tool will help close the persistent gap in access to and payment for behavioral care relative to physical health services. 

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AMA Research Challenge helps shape tomorrow’s health care

The AMA Research Challenge drives real-world medical progress by inspiring new approaches to enduring challenges. 

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Why nutrition education must become core training for physicians

The AMA’s new nutrition education webinars will help physicians access credible nutrition science and translate it into patient care.

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Exempting physicians from H-1B visa fee protects patients

The $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications threatens access to physician-led care, particularly for patients in rural and underserved communities.

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