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July 31, 2020: Advocacy spotlight on Senate Republicans unveil details of fourth COVID-19 relief package

Senate Republicans unveil details of fourth COVID-19 relief package in the latest Advocacy Update Spotlight.

Advocacy Update
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6 reasons why COVID-19 medical liability shield critics are wrong

Opposition has emerged to a bill that offers liability protection to doctors providing COVID-19 care. But arguments used against the bill are invalid.

Sustainability
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HEALS Act: What physicians and medical students need to know

The AMA offers highlights on the latest bill in response to COVID-19: "Health, Economic Assistance, Liability Protection, and Schools Act” (HEALS Act).

Infectious Diseases
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Experts: Here’s how many more contact tracers U.S. needs

Without adequate tracing, COVID-19 surges will continue to flare. Here’s what AMA, others tell Congress about how many contact tracers are needed.

Infectious Diseases
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Deadline extended to apply for Medicaid/CHIP provider relief funds

Physicians have until Aug. 3 to apply for a special relief distribution targeting practices that haven’t received payment from the Provider Relief Fund.

Sustainability
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Cutting Medicare pay during COVID-19 pandemic doesn’t make sense

Physicians practicing certain medical specialties, already facing severe economic strain, may be subject to big Medicare pay cuts in 2021.

Medicare & Medicaid
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How physician practice reopening is going in 6 states

New survey sheds light on the major challenges that doctors are facing in a mix of states, from Colorado to Maryland.

Private Practices
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July 10, 2020: National Advocacy Update

Pulling out of the WHO puts the U.S. at grave risk in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Why telehealth progress could be erased if Congress fails to act

Most telehealth coverage for Medicare patients is set to expire. Here’s how to maintain seniors’ access to care while they stay safe at home.

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