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PAs push to enshrine “physician associate” term in law

The “wholly unnecessary” change from “physician assistant” would confuse patients, waste money and undermine the physician-led care team.

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Scope of Practice
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What to expect from the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule

The final rule takes effect Jan. 1. The AMA will be sharing with CMS its real-world impact. Here’s what it could mean for your practice.

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Medicare & Medicaid
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Survey results reveal a culture of connection and room to improve

With 33% of their physicians reporting symptoms of burnout, Dallas Nephrology Associates works with the AMA to map their well-being journey.

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Physician Health
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New data details how telehealth use varies by physician specialty

Overall, telehealth use has nearly tripled since before COVID-19 hit. Find out which physician specialties are using telehealth the most—and least.

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Digital
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New voluntary CMS pay model encourages use of health tech

Telehealth, wearables and apps are among the tools physicians could use to boost patient outcomes and get monthly payments under the ACCESS Model.

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Payment & Delivery Models
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AI-guided mapping aids AFib ablation therapy

Physicians have led the safe implementation of new cardiac electrophysiology tech at Ochsner Health and are seeing “eye-opening” results.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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Turning data into action to strengthen physician well-being

The Permanente Medical Group focuses on measuring what matters most, creating systems that support physician fulfillment and reduce daily burdens.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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In “silver tsunami,” physician-led teams optimize postacute care

Physician oversight of rehabilitation care is vital. Find out how Medrina ensures doctors lead the rehab medicine care team.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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For Sutter Health, an “Aha!” moment on physician well-being

Learn how the California health system’s leaders have changed their credentialing applications to better support doctors.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians