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CMS moves on E/M: 3 things physicians should know

Learn about the major victories for physicians in the 2019 Medicare physician fee schedule, especially on payment for evaluation-and-management services.

Medicare & Medicaid
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AMA applauds HHS for revisions to Medicare E/M policies

The AMA applauded HHS efforts to rein in documentation requirements that interfere with the patient-physician relationship.

Press Releases
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Oct. 4, 2018: National Advocacy Update

Doctor office drug compounding oversight, OPPS and ASC proposed rule and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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AMA releases 2019 CPT code set

Updates to medicine’s common language reflect new technological and scientific advancements.

Press Releases
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Physicians oppose Medicare E/M payment collapse proposal

Doctors support the Medicare “Patients Over Paperwork” initiative, but warn that proposed E/M pay changes could hurt doctors caring for the sickest patients.

Medicare & Medicaid
Couple has virtual visit from doctor in their home.
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Key first steps taken to unleash digital medicine’s potential

A pathway is being developed to encourage the use of digital health tools that will be needed as the nation gets older and its pool of caregivers shrinks.

Digital
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May 17, 2018: National Advocacy Update

Bills to address opioid abuse, VA Choice reform bill and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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A win for doctors: Anthem rescinds pay cut for same-day services

Health insurer drops policy after face-to-face meetings with the AMA and other medical and national specialty societies.

Claims Processing
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Dec. 28, 2017: National Advocacy Update

Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, proposed cut for services reported with modifier 2 and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update