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7 Min Read

Feb. 5, 2021: Advocacy Update spotlight on Biden Administration executive orders and proclamations

Biden Administration executive orders and proclamations in this week's Advocacy Update spotlight.

Advocacy Update
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4 Min Read

How insurance regulators are shaping states’ COVID-19 response

There’s more to state-level health advocacy than engaging governors and legislators. Activists must connect with insurance regulators who play vital roles.

Infectious Diseases
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3 Min Read

As pandemic rages, Americans to get health coverage lifeline

Presidential action will bolster access to coverage through HealthCare.gov, Medicaid and more. Get updated with the AMA.

Federal Advocacy
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15 Min Read

Tracie Collins, MD, discusses vaccine distribution in New Mexico

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing how New Mexico is handling COVID-19 vaccine allocation and distribution.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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12 Min Read

What physicians need to know about MIPS [Podcast]

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to podcast updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by taking a look at changes of the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) made by CMS in response to the pandemic.

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Payment & Delivery Models
AMA Update Podcast
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5 Min Read

Federal action on surprise medical bills: What doctors should know

Patients will be protected from unexpected medical costs and physicians will have a process to challenge inadequate out-of-network insurance payment.

Access to Care
Tim Storey, Brad Barrett, MD, Laurie Lickley, and Patrick Hope
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4 Min Read

How physicians can reach lawmakers amid COVID-19 restrictions

Rules on gatherings at state capitols vary widely across the country. State legislators explain how doctors can do effective outreach virtually.

State Advocacy
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2 Min Read

Jan. 22, 2021: Advocacy Update other news

Nominations for AMPAC Award for Political Participation now open and more in this week's Advocacy Update other news.

Advocacy Update
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3 Min Read

COVID-19 vaccines: New CPT guidance, CME, info for patients

As coronavirus vaccine rollout continues, AMA unveils several new resources to help patients and physicians navigate the pandemic.

Infectious Diseases