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Easing IMGs’ path to practice: What Congress should do

International medical graduates (IMGs) play a critical role, but face many barriers. Learn how the AMA’s powerful advocacy and resources help IMGs.

International Med Ed
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Arizona law gives doctors an option for confidential peer support

Giving physicians a safer way to get help amid the crush of burnout is a bipartisan winner. Learn how to pursue similar efforts in your state.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Why AMA backs Texas doctors’ lawsuit on No Surprises Act provision

A Texas Medical Association lawsuit challenges a provision in the Biden administration’s No Surprises Act final rule. Learn why the AMA supports the move.

Access to Care
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How the AMA’s advocacy efforts are gaining traction on Capitol Hill

Significant legislation on three vital components of the AMA Recovery Plan for America’s Physicians is making headway in Washington. Learn more.

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Federal Advocacy
Fighting for Physicians
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Sept. 30, 2022: Advocacy Update spotlight on Medicare payment cuts

Tell Congress to stop Medicare payment cuts in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.

Advocacy Update
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Sept. 30, 2022: National Advocacy Update

Physicians’ unified message to Congress: Reform Medicare pay now in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Sept. 30, 2022: State Advocacy Update

Big win for California patients: Optometry surgery bill defeated in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Optometrists doing eye surgery? Radical bill vetoed on safety grounds

At physicians’ urging, California’s governor vetoed a dangerous measure that crystallized the safety threat posed when scope creep runs amok. Learn more.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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Physicians’ unified message to Congress: Reform Medicare pay now

More than 120 physician organizations tell Congress about the changes needed to protect access to care. A bipartisan House bill is a positive sign.

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians