Red tap covers a crack in a wall
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6 Min Read

Inside payers' latest plans to streamline prior authorization

Cautious optimism is the watchword for physicians tired of seeing their patients’ care delayed. The AMA is fighting to fix prior authorization.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
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6 Min Read

July 11, 2025: National Advocacy Update

A number of key issues need to be addressed in Senate Reconciliation package and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
Ladder emerges from a maze
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5 Min Read

Action must follow pledges on prior authorization reform

The latest pledge by heath plans to reform the onerous prior authorization process must be followed by concrete action that fulfills those promises. 

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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1 Min Read

Pearl of the Week: A faster and simpler way to order lab tests

Find resources on implementing pre-visit laboratory tests at your practice. 

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Sustainability
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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6 Min Read

AMA in the News: June 2025

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for June 2025.

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AMA in the News
AMA in the News
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2 Min Read

AMA responds as health insurers try again at prior authorization reform

Credits agency officials & federal lawmakers for leadership and holding industry accountable.

Press Releases
Jul 29, 2025 ·
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Save Time and Improve Care with Ambulatory Visit Fundamentals

This AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy webinar will explore workflow strategies that reduce last-minute tasks and improve patient care.

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Events
AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
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3 Min Read

June 20, 2025: Advocacy Update spotlight on 2025 AMA Annual Meeting

Highlights from the 2025 AMA Annual Meeting and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.

Advocacy Update
Patient looks at prescriptions
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4 Min Read

Transforming neurology care by embedding clinical pharmacists

Integrating clinical pharmacists eases admin burdens, supports complex care, and helps physicians focus on patients—reducing burnout and improving outcomes.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight