The AMA is fighting scope creep

The AMA is fighting inappropriate scope of practice expansions that threaten patient safety.
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This is why we fight

Patients deserve care led by physicians—the most highly educated, trained and skilled health care professionals. 95% of surveyed patients want physicians to be involved in their diagnosis and treatment.

WWF: Jordan Warchol, MD, MPH

Here are just a few of the ways we’re fighting for you and your patients

Fighting scope creep across the nation

AMA worked with medical associations to oppose inappropriate scope expansions in 40+ states in 2024. We also actively oppose federal bills that seek to inappropriately expand scope of practice.

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Promoting physician-led, team-based care

Data shows that physician-led, team-based care is higher quality and more cost-effective.

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Clarifying who is a physician—and who isn’t

Patients deserve to know who is providing their health care and the education and training of their health care professional.

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Looking for more about our work opposing scope creep?

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Physicians and nonphysicians: What are the differences?
Donaldo Hernandez, MD, at the 2023 AMA Interim Meeting

In health care settings, keep “doctor” title for physicians
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“Are you a doctor?” Why a straight answer is harder to come by

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