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Doctor looking at surgical table in operating room
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5 Min Read

Proposed info-blocking rule adds clarity, protection for doctors

The HHS proposal would give patients more control over health records and reduce physician fears when they do what is best for their patients. 

Digital
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House majority urges leadership to fix Medicare now

After years of Medicare physician payment cuts, doctors deserve a positive payment update in 2025. Find out how the AMA is leading the charge. 

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
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Medicare reform gets bipartisan, majority support

In the House, 233 members sign a letter saying they want the House to fend off the pending 2.8 percent Medicare cut.

Press Releases
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Menthol cigarette smokers join lawsuit asking for ban to finally begin

The AMA and other organizations amended complaint to include people directly affected by menthol flavoring. Learn who joined the lawsuit and why.

Behavioral Health
AMA Update for Oct. 11, 2024: Understanding the Texas Gold Card Law: Advocacy and legislative efforts in prior authorization
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12 Min Read

Understanding the Texas Gold Card Law: Advocacy and legislative efforts in prior authorization

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the Texas Gold Card Law.

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Prior Authorization
AMA Update
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12 Min Read

Understanding the Texas Gold Card Law: Advocacy and legislative efforts in prior authorization [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the Texas Gold Card Law.

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Prior Authorization
AMA Update Podcast
Smiling patient in conversation
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New federal rule aims to add teeth on mental health parity

A 2008 federal law requires mental health parity, but payers have often skirted it. Final Biden administration rule seeks to change that.

Federal Advocacy
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Properly regulating “ghost guns” will save lives and cut crime

We must ensure that “ghost guns”—firearms assembled from kits—are subject to the same licensing laws and regulations as traditional firearms.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
Faceless physician
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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
Leadership Viewpoints