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5 MIN READ

How health systems rise to meet challenges in pandemic’s 2nd year

Efforts to ensure vaccine uptake, battle burnout and drive the future of medicine have characterized the work of these outstanding health systems.

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Public Health
Health System Spotlight
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4 MIN READ

Doctor participation in ACOs, medical homes grows amid pandemic

Learn how trends in doctor participation in ACOs, medical homes and alternative payment methods differ by practice ownership and physician specialty.

Payment & Delivery Models
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4 MIN READ

Physician leaders, patient access drive Privia Health’s ACO success

Physician leadership and access to care—in person, virtually or at home—are keys to Privia Health’s successful accountable care organizations.

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Payment & Delivery Models
Health System Spotlight
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11 MIN READ

Oct. 22, 2021: National Advocacy Update

AMA supports passage of the TRIUMPH Act to combat maternal mortality and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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12 MIN READ

Time to pursue patient-centered payment models designed by doctors

The U.S. health care system should include physician-designed alternative payment models (APMs) that can improve care and remove barriers to innovation.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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8 MIN READ

Oct. 30, 2020: National Advocacy Update

Deadline approaching to apply for additional COVID-19 Provider Relief Funds and more in the latest AMA National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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4 MIN READ

Medicare Advantage contracts can be vehicle to drive improvement

Medicare Advantage contracts enable innovation that aligns the values of patients and physicians—and may reduce burnout in the process.

Payment & Delivery Models
David Buchanan, MD
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4 MIN READ

Medicare-only Oak Street Health isn’t shy about taking big risks

Treating complex patients in underserved areas is a tough proposition. Oak Street Health’s chief clinical officer offers insight on how to succeed.

Payment & Delivery Models
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4 MIN READ

Medicaid value-based care: Should your practice take part?

States are infusing Medicaid programs with value-based design concepts. The AMA helps you understand the risks and opportunities these programs offer

Medicare & Medicaid