AMA celebrates historic Medicare reforms passed by Congress

"Physicians across the country join the American Medical Association (AMA) in celebrating the U.S. Senate's vote tonight to pass Medicare delivery and payment reforms that will help our nation's seniors and improve the health of the nation.

"Passage of this historic legislation finally brings an end to an era of uncertainty for Medicare beneficiaries and their physicians—facilitating the implementation of innovative care models that will improve care quality and lower costs. Patients will be able to get the care they need and deserve.