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Delivery reform: Council on Medical Service reports

Download PDFs of council reports that advocate policies on emerging delivery systems that protect and foster the patient/physician relationship. Key Council reports on this topic have addressed patient-centered medical homes, precision medicine, APMs, telemedicine, and retail and store-based health clinics.

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With virtual program at Ochsner Health, 70% of patients skip the ED

Through the Louisiana-based health system’s virtual emergency department, dedicated visits and navigators reroute non‑emergent cases, cut wait times and enhance care.

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Health System Spotlight
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AMA advocacy delivers modernized e-prescribing standard

The Department of Health and Human Services has adopted electronic prescribing standards that reflect key recommendations from the AMA.

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Right processes, people are critical to health AI implementation

A standardized process is key for patient safety, workflow and consistency. Get more great advice with this AMA road map.

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Fighting for Physicians
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What I wish I knew in residency about private practice

It wasn’t easy for AMA member Daniel E. Choi, MD, to start his physician private practice. He wishes he’d known that it would turn out OK. Learn more.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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Doctors work fewer hours, but the EHR still follows them home

While physicians report shorter workweeks, AMA data show EHR and admin tasks still consume off-hours, signaling a need to ease the burden for doctors.

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Physician Health
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AMA STEPS Forward® resources & customized support for FQHCs & safety-net providers

Learn about supportive open-access resources and programs for federally qualified health centers and community health centers from AMA STEPS Forward®.

AMA STEPS Forward®
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How to develop AI policies that work for your organization’s needs

From identifying risks to spelling out when AI can be used, it’s important to have an overarching policy. The AMA can help you structure one.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Aug. 11, 2025

In the news: Using tech may reduce risk of dementia, “clear vapes” may be more harmful than flavored e-cigarettes, adoption of AI outpaces governance and more.

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