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Billing for end-of-life care talks grows, but barriers remain

Medicare now pays for end-of-life talks, yet early-stage data shows that claims are relatively low, with differences by specialty, geography.

Ethics
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Supreme Court to Medicare: Seek feedback before changing rules

In a victory for physicians and patients, the government must disclose any changes to the program and gather input before making anything final.

Judicial Advocacy
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Medicaid value-based care: Should your practice take part?

States are infusing Medicaid programs with value-based design concepts. The AMA helps you understand the risks and opportunities these programs offer

Medicare & Medicaid
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June 14, 2019: National Advocacy Update

Refining MACRA, proposed health information exchange rules and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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AMA urges support for creation of APMs for vulnerable populations

Today the AMA adopted new policies to support APMs that link quality measures and payments to outcomes for vulnerable and high-risk populations.

Press Releases
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Physicians: The ACA should be strengthened, not abandoned

The AMA backs further fixes to the Affordable Care Act in line with its longtime support for universal coverage. 

Access to Care
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4 Min Read

3 keys to getting paid and thriving in private practice

So you’ve decided an employment setting isn’t the right fit for you? That makes close attention to payment an even bigger priority.

Private Practices
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3 Min Read

MIPS 2019: Not too late to avert future Medicare pay penalties

Eligible physicians who fail to report data under Medicare’s 2019 Quality Payment Program (QPP) will be subject to a 7% penalty in 2021.

Medicare & Medicaid
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Medicare Advantage value-based care contracts: What to negotiate

Learn how to review and negotiate MA contracts to ensure your arrangement is clear and fair.

Payment & Delivery Models