District of Columbia CME Requirements

Learn about the Washington, D.C. Board of Medicine and earn your continuing medical education (CME) credits online with the AMA Ed Hub.

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Physician orgs to SCOTUS: keep “ghost guns” away from criminals

The AMA and seven additional physician organizations submitted an amicus brief stating that “ghost guns” must be kept out of criminals’ hands.

Press Releases
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More Medicare-supported GME slots needed to curb doctor shortages

Congress should pass pending legislation to expand residency training slots, along with related proposals to address the projected physician shortage.

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Leadership Viewpoints
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Oct. 4, 2024: Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update

Deadline extended: Urge your members of Congress to take action on Medicare and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Oct. 4, 2024: National Advocacy Update

CMS accepting 2023 MIPS EUC reweighting requests for Change Healthcare cyberattack through Oct. 11 and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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AMA in the News: September 2024

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for September 2024.

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AMA in the News
AMA in the News
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Young Physicians Section (YPS) advocacy & policy

The YPS encourages young physicians to get involved in different parts of the policymaking process.

Young Physicians
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Understanding prescription weight loss medication: How can my doctor help me lose weight? [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about prescription weight loss medication.

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Chronic Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for Sept. 23, 2024: Understanding prescription weight loss medication: How can my doctor help me lose weight?
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Understanding prescription weight loss medication: How can my doctor help me lose weight?

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about prescription weight loss medication.

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Behavioral Health
AMA Update
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Prior authorization denials up big in Medicare Advantage

Latest data shows millions of prior auth requests denied, underscoring the need for action as the rate of denials soars compared with previous years.

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