Marilyn J. Heine, MD
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Why physician advocacy at all levels will be key in 2021

There is a growing overlap between state and federal policymaking. Learn how AMA advocacy teams are prepared to tackle issues in either venue.

State Advocacy
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4 Min Read

Jan. 15, 2021: Advocacy Update spotlight on why physician advocacy at all levels will be key in 2021

There is a growing overlap between state and federal policymaking. Learn how AMA advocacy teams are prepared to tackle issues in either venue.

Advocacy Update
A very well lit, empty examination room.
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4 Min Read

COVID-19 has made it worse for already struggling private practices

Private physician practices continue to face challenges driven by administrative burdens. Here is what needs to be done to improve practice sustainability.

Private Practices
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6 Min Read

Jan. 8, 2021: National Advocacy Update

President signs omnibus spending package providing new round of COVID-19 relief and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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4 Min Read

Look for fast fixes to cut “stupid stuff” that burdens doctors

Ask physicians to detail the administrative burdens that interfere with care, hurt well-being. Sometimes the fix can be as simple as “just do it.”

Sustainability
Stethoscope on laptop
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5 Min Read

6 practices to support organizational resiliency and physician well-being

How health systems can create a better work environment that aligns its leadership structures, policies and actions with evidence-based best practices.

Physician Health
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4 Min Read

Policy road map shows the way to end the overdose epidemic

It’s been clear for years that, to end the drug overdose epidemic, health insurance company and pharmacy benefit managers’ barriers to evidence-based treatment and non-opioid pain management must be eliminated.

Behavioral Health
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5 Min Read

Overdose epidemic requires state action to remove barriers to care

AMA, Mannatt report emphasizes the increasing importance of removing barriers to evidence-based care.

Press Releases
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4 Min Read

As COVID-19 surges, AMA sounds alarm on nation’s overdose epidemic

Learn about the policy steps that must be taken to improve access to lifesaving substance-use disorder treatment.

Behavioral Health