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Medicare & MedicaidSep 9, 2021

Congress must tackle Medicare pay, telehealth in reconciliation

Massive budget-reconciliation package should stop 2022 Medicare physician payment cliff and keep telehealth’s momentum going after pandemic.

Sustainability

Physician cybersecurity

Viruses, malware and hackers pose a threat to patients and physician practices. Find tips to protect patient health records and other data from cyberattacks.

Publications & NewslettersMar 19, 2021

Common HIPAA violations physicians should guard against

Since 2003, these five violations of patient privacy have been catching the attention of federal regulators who have been keeping an eye on physicians.

General InformationJan 14, 2021

Security alert: E-mails impersonating AMA presidents

The American Medical Association (AMA) recently became aware of fraudulent email solicitations that impersonate current AMA President, Dr. Susan Bailey, and past AMA President, Dr. Patrice Harris. Learn more.

Advocacy UpdateDec 18, 2020

Dec. 18, 2020: National Advocacy Update

FDA authorizes first COVID-19 vaccine; provides instruction to providers and patients and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

SustainabilityNov 30, 2020

Cyber vulnerability grows along with COVID-19 pandemic stresses

Hospitals and physician practices are becoming more vulnerable to cyberattacks as the pandemic creates greater demand for telemedicine.

DigitalNov 11, 2020

Protecting physicians and hospitals from emerging cyberthreats

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing emerging cyber threats during the pandemic.

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