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AMA announces CPT code set ready for third doses of COVID-19 vaccines

New administration codes effective now for third doses of Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.

Press Releases
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Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, on third dose vaccines for the immunocompromised

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing how will the Delta variant impact return-to-school plans.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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CDC's latest mask guidance: An explainer for your patients

Top doctors and scientists say it’s time to #MaskUp again indoors in high-transmission areas, prompting questions. Here’s what to tell patients.

Infectious Diseases
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How to promote physician well-being during a pandemic and beyond

Washington’s EvergreenHealth cared for the country’s first COVID-19 patient. Learn what they’ve done to combat pandemic’s physician burnout.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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AMA statement on additional vaccines for some immunocompromised people

CDC data shows that some immunocompromised patients lack the antibodies needed to fight COVID-19 infection.

Press Releases
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Why immunocompromised patients should get third mRNA COVID-19 shot

Nearly 3% of Americans have weakened immune systems and don’t get enough protection from the two-dose regimens. Learn more with the AMA.

Infectious Diseases
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Aug. 9, 2021

In the news: COVID-19 vaccine boosters, Delta variant surging, CDC recommendations on COVID-19 vaccine for pregnant women, Biden urges Congress to address high drug prices.

Publications & Newsletters
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Leading medical groups urge upholding minors’ right to consent to medical care

In two new briefs, groups urge court to dismiss challenge to D.C. minor consent law.

Press Releases
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Why a patient’s housing qualifies as a health care treatment

Poor health is a primary outcome of experiencing homelessness and, as with so much else, the COVID-19 pandemic made a growing problem even worse.

Population Health