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Delays in reforming Medicare, prior auth harm patients

Patients need Congress to work across party lines to fix Medicare payment and prior authorization so physicians can provide timely, accessible care.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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2027 proposed Medicare fee schedule: What physicians need to know

The AMA has scrutinized CMS’ proposals. They include a proposal on same-day E/M services, maternity care codes, remote monitoring and more. 

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
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Pearl of the week: Build a stronger revenue cycle for value-based care

See which parts of the revenue cycle deserve the most attention as value-based payment models grow.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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A 50% Medicare pay cut would put physician practices at risk

CMS should reject a proposed 50% Medicare payment cut for same-day E/M visits over the threat it poses to independent practices and patient access.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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4 huge Medicare pay reforms are part of new bipartisan House bill

For years, physicians have urged overhauling an unsustainable Medicare payment system. The Patients First Act would deliver needed change.

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
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5 Min Read

Aug. 7, 2026: National Advocacy Update

Senate introduces Provider Reimbursement Stability Act and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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July 31, 2026: National Advocacy Update

Recently introduced Patients First Act—supported by AMA—provides crucial Medicare payment reform, and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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July 31, 2026: Judicial Advocacy Update

AMA files amicus brief opposing narrow medical frailty standard for Medicaid work requirements and more in the latest Judicial Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
Sep 30, 2026 ·
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Beyond Primary Care: Engaging Specialists in Value-Based Arrangements

In this AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy webinar, physician leaders share how they're overcoming challenges while advancing high-value specialty care.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series