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New CPT codes published for SARS-CoV-2 multiplex assays

The tests are key to helping physicians handle the twindemic of flu and COVID-19. New CPT codes enable easier reporting of these medical services

CPT®
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Oct. 9, 2020: Advocacy spotlight on Avoiding cuts to 2021 physician payment top priority in letter to CMS

Avoiding cuts to 2021 physician payment top priority in letter to CMS in the latest Advocacy Update Spotlight.

Advocacy Update
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Oct. 9, 2020: National Advocacy Update

Register for AMA webinar next week: CDC update on COVID-19 vaccine development and distribution and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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5 changes CMS should make to 2021 Medicare payment schedule

Learn with the AMA about the provisions that pose a real threat to many physicians’ ability to deliver health care services to their patients.

Medicare & Medicaid
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Todd Askew on improvements in payment for the Medicare Advance Payment Program

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 AMA’s advocacy efforts and other related news, including federal relief for physicians and vaccine process.

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Medicare & Medicaid
AMA Update
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New CPT codes for multi-virus tests detect COVID-19 and flu

New additions and revisions to the CPT code set report medical services sparked by the public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Press Releases
Oct 6, 2020 ·
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Behavioral health integration webinar series: Billing & coding 101

Physician experts discuss how to bill and get paid for behavioral health care services.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
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Why patients want doctors to lead the care team

Nearly all patients believe physicians’ extensive training and education is vital to their care. Learn more about what the AMA is doing to #StopScopeCreep.

Scope of Practice
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AMA: Modify proposed fee schedule to reflect pandemic challenges

Our comments are intended to ensure physicians can continue providing the highest quality care for Medicare beneficiaries during and after this emergency.

Press Releases