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4 Min Read

How Medicaid programs can help end the opioid epidemic

Medication-assisted treatment and inpatient care are among approaches that work, but many states still only offer minimal care for a massive problem.

Behavioral Health
Physician with bag in hand.
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5 Min Read

Proposed 2019 Medicare QPP rule: Top 7 things doctors should know

The AMA details its response to CMS plans for the Quality Payment Program, with a strong focus on cutting red tape and making it easier and simpler for physicians to participate.

Medicare & Medicaid
Medical professionals walking away
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4 Min Read

Burned out? You’re not alone. Here’s how 2 doctors overcame it.

The phenomenon is widespread, but so are stories of physician burnout recovery. Read the burnout testimonials of two physicians.

Physician Health
Medical professionals putting their hands together in the middle of a group circle
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Addressing physician burnout starts with a healthy team culture

Teamwork in medicine is key to preventing physician burnout and improving patient outcomes. Find out how to build a team that fosters happy, productive members.

Physician Health
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4 Min Read

Medicare payment reform: Answering your QPP FAQs

Still feeling lost when it comes to understanding QPP? Refresh your knowledge of Medicare payment-reform basics and learn about new opportunities.

Medicare & Medicaid
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5 Min Read

AMA offers comments to CMS on its 2019 Medicare reform proposal

The AMA submitted comprehensive comments today to CMS that outlined recommended changes to the proposed rule on physician payment policies.

Press Releases
Medical professionals in handshakes
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3 keys to prep your staff for success with team-based care

Getting started on the team-based care journey can seem daunting. Follow this advice from those well on their way.

Scope of Practice
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2 Min Read

Sept. 6, 2018: Advocacy spotlight on Physicians favor less documentation, oppose Medicare E/M pay proposal

Physicians and other health professionals welcome and strongly support the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' "Patients Over Paperwork" initiative. Learn how AMA is helping shape this message.

Advocacy Update
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Sept. 6, 2018: National Advocacy Update

EHR quality metrics, federal background checks for firearms and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update