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Does CMS prohibit the use of note templates?

Get real answers from the AMA to common myths about the use of note templates for documenting medical information.

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Digital
Debunking Regulatory Myths
Nancy L. Mueller, MD
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4 Min Read

How ableism takes a toll on patients and physicians

The AMA is working to address the barriers that exclude people with disabilities from practicing medicine and accessing care.

Health Equity
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5 Min Read

Doctors at integrated practices help shape policy with AMA section

Find out why physicians from Henry Ford Health and Geisinger have joined an AMA section to help put policy into action on payment, AI and more.

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Payment & Delivery Models
Health System Spotlight
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7 Min Read

Aug. 9, 2024: National Advocacy Update

U.S. Appeals Court hands physicians another victory on HHS’ flawed implementation of the No Surprises Act and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Combating drug shortages requires multifaceted approach

Resolving persistent drug shortages plaguing U.S. health care requires diversified manufacturing and more resilient supply chains.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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15 Min Read

AMA Advocacy: Who does the AMA represent and what does the American Medical Association fight for? [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about AMA priorities and policy goals.

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Federal Advocacy
AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for July 12, 2024: AMA Advocacy: Who does the AMA represent and what does the American Medical Association fight for? (index only)
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15 Min Read

AMA Advocacy: Who does the AMA represent and what does the American Medical Association fight for?

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about AMA priorities and policy goals.

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Federal Advocacy
AMA Update
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4 Min Read

Put naloxone next to defibrillators in public places

Tens of thousands of overdoses have been reversed by laypeople using naloxone. The AMA says the overdose antidote should be easier to get in public.

Behavioral Health
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To raise HPV vaccination rates, doctors must gain families’ trust

Direct-communication campaigns by Doug Eisert, MD, a pediatrician at Confluence Health, and colleagues boosted HPV vaccinations by 31% in rural Washington.

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Prevention & Wellness
Health System Spotlight