Midsection of a health care worker with gloved hands
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7 Min Read

Why we need a recovery plan for America’s physicians

The AMA Recovery Plan for America’s Physicians can help rebuild and strengthen this vital workforce following the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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27 Min Read

What private practice physicians need to know about prior authorization

In this episode of AMA Thriving in Private Practice, learn about what private practice physicians need to know about recent changes in prior authorization.

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Prior Authorization
Thriving in Private Practice
MRI room
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5 Min Read

Cancer killed Kathleen Valentini, but prior auth shares the blame

Third-party administrator boasted making “appropriate decisions on patients’ behalf,” but their delays meant suboptimal cancer treatment. Learn more.

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Judicial Advocacy
Fighting for Physicians
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15 Min Read

President Jack Resneck Jr., MD, inauguration address, 2022 Annual Meeting

AMA President Jack Resneck Jr., MD, addresses the House of Delegates at the 2022 Annual Meeting. Access the transcript of the speech or recording.

Speeches
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3 Min Read

Jack Resneck Jr., M.D., inaugurated as 177th president of the AMA

Jack Resneck Jr., M.D., a dermatologist from the San Francisco Bay Area, was sworn in today as the 177th president of the American Medical Association (AMA).

Press Releases
Gerald E. Harmon, MD, at the 2022 Annual Meeting
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5 Min Read

Dr. Harmon: The U.S. must renew its commitment to physicians

President Gerald Harmon, MD, detailed the AMA Recovery Plan for America’s Physicians to those who took care of the nation at “great personal sacrifice.”

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Annual Meeting
Fighting for Physicians
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7 Min Read

James L. Madara, MD, address at the 2022 Annual Meeting of the HOD

In an address to the AMA House of Delegates at the 2022 AMA Annual Meeting, Dr. Madara discusses the AMA's legacy. Access the transcript of the speech or recording.

Speeches
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13 Min Read

AMA unveils Recovery Plan for America’s Physicians

Ambitious roadmap aims to renew our country’s commitment to physicians so patients can receive the high-quality care they deserve.

Press Releases
Elderly male patient wearing a mask
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4 Min Read

In 2018, payers agreed to rein in prior auth. The clock is ticking.

A physician survey shows that insurers have failed to follow through on the commonsense fixes they agreed to. Learn how the AMA is tackling prior auth.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians