AMA Update for Dec. 2, 2024: Role of physicians in technology development and learning from past mistakes with the EHR
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Role of physicians in technology development and learning from past mistakes with the EHR

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the role of physicians in technology development.

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Digital
AMA Update
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7 Min Read

Role of physicians in technology development and learning from past mistakes with the EHR [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the role of physicians in technology development.

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Digital
AMA Update Podcast
Health systems impact: Burnout
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How these health systems are prioritizing physician well-being

Reducing burnout is essential to high-quality patient care and a sustainable health system. Learn how health systems are driving solutions to physician burnout.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Nov. 25, 2024

In the news: Deaths from alcohol-related diseases double, bird flu confirmed in child, mammograms could predict cardiovascular risks and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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Prior authorization fixes earn majority support in Congress

There’s bipartisan backing to reform prior authorization in Medicare Advantage as House majority cosponsors key bill. Learn what comes next.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
Smiling patient shakes hands with physician
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Working together to advance a robust public health infrastructure

The challenge for us—physicians, scientists, and leaders in medicine—is to remain grounded in our principles.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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How the AMA is fighting—and winning—for physicians at the state level

The AMA helped stop 80-plus scope of practice bills, pass 12 prior authorization reform measures, and led dozens of wins to support physician well-being.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
2024 AMA Interim Meeting of the HOD
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Highlights from the 2024 AMA Interim Meeting

Track the news and key moments from the AMA House of Delegates’ meeting, which ran Nov. 8–12.

Interim Meeting
HOD Reference Committee J, 2024 Interim Meeting
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After prior authorization approval, health plan should pay for care

Prior authorization delays and discourages care, but even when it is granted there is no guarantee the health plan will pay up. That must absolutely change, says the AMA. 

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians