AMA Update for Oct. 31, 2024: New bipartisan bill would stabilize Medicare physician pay for 2025: Now it has to pass
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New bipartisan bill would stabilize Medicare physician pay for 2025: Now it has to pass

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about Medicare physician pay for 2025.

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Medicare & Medicaid
AMA Update
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For these health systems, value-based care means putting patients first

Here is a look at how members of the AMA Health System Program are finding different ways to embrace the value-based care model and make an impact.

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Payment & Delivery Models
Health System Spotlight
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Bipartisan bill would stabilize Medicare physician pay for 2025

Following AMA advocacy, House members introduce measure to give physicians a positive Medicare payment update of 4.7% for next year. 

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
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5 ways to optimize the patient portal and cut physician burdens

Making the most of the patient portal requires a productive partnership with patients and setting the right expectations.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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Bill introduced to fend off pending Medicare cuts

House members introduced a bill today that would stop the Medicare pay cut and provide a pay increase.

Press Releases
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Engage physicians to get your private practice’s claims paid

One-third of outpatient commercial claims go unpaid at 90 days. The physician’s role in improving private practices’ revenue-cycle management is key.

Private Practices
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 14, 2024

In the news: FDA reconsiders tirzepatide decision, House majority urges Medicare physician pay reform, Novavax COVID-19/influenza trial paused and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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Bipartisan call for Medicare payment reform paves path for action

Congress must act now to reform a flawed and outdated Medicare physician payment system that jeopardizes patient access to care.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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House majority urges leadership to fix Medicare now

After years of Medicare physician payment cuts, doctors deserve a positive payment update in 2025. Find out how the AMA is leading the charge. 

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians