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Todd Askew on improvements in payment for the Medicare Advance Payment Program

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 AMA’s advocacy efforts and other related news, including federal relief for physicians and vaccine process.

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Medicare & Medicaid
AMA Update
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AMA: Modify proposed fee schedule to reflect pandemic challenges

Our comments are intended to ensure physicians can continue providing the highest quality care for Medicare beneficiaries during and after this emergency.

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Data
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4 ways health care AI could help physicians’ work

Discover how augmented intelligence could help physicians—not replace them. Learn the role front-line physicians play in the AI design process.

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Ask physicians which daily tasks fall into “stupid stuff” pile

For physician practices and health systems looking to cut time-wasting tasks, here’s how to engage doctors and other health professionals in the process.

Sustainability
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7 key ways to gauge physician time lost to EHR work

Learn about the essential pieces that can be extracted from the electronic health record that, when standardized, could help unlock a better clinical environment.

Digital
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To succeed with telehealth, know your “webside manner”

Telemedicine’s video visits require a specific skill set. A physician expert provides tips for improving communication on both ends.

Digital
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AMA experts on easing patient concerns about the safety of preventive exams

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by recognizing the continued sacrifices of health care workers during the pandemic.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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Senate bill would nix geographic, site restrictions on telehealth

Outdated limits on telehealth have been temporarily waived during the COVID-19 pandemic. AMA supports a bill that makes these waivers permanent.

Digital
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Sept. 18, 2020: National Advocacy Update

CMS seeks physicians for 5% APM incentive payments and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update