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The No Surprises Act is in effect. What physicians need to know.

Implementation of the No Surprises Act has begun. AMA resources offer guidance on what physicians must do to comply with regulations under the new law.

Federal Advocacy
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This is the year to reform Medicare pay, boost telehealth

The AMA scored some wins for doctors in 2021, but big challenges lie ahead this year. Learn about efforts to fix outdated physician pay models.

Medicare & Medicaid
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AMA statement on continuing freeze of Medicare physician payment

The AMA disagreed with the MedPAC’s recommendation to continue the freeze in Medicare physician fee payments because it threatens patient access to quality care.

Press Releases
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Further refinements will cement ACA’s success

The ongoing success of Affordable Care Act can be amplified by correcting a few remaining flaws in this landmark law.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Jan. 7, 2022: Advocacy Update other news

New podcasts on surprise billing and telehealth available and more in the latest Advocacy Update other news.

Advocacy Update
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Is a clinically integrated network right for your private practice?

Find out more about this contracting option, which could help boost the financial health of your physician practice while improving patient care.

Private Practices
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More work remains to resolve Medicare payment situation

Congress took welcome action this month to avert Medicare payment cuts, but additional steps must be taken to provide permanent reform.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Not grandma’s CPT: Code set evolves amid pandemic, pay challenges

CPT Editorial Panel provides rapid response to COVID-19, and CPT symposium’s expert panelists advise on frequent Medicare coding conundrums.

CPT®
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What physicians need to know about the No Surprises Act

AMA's Moving Medicine series features physician voices and achievements. Learn more in this discussion with on the No Surprises Act and what it means for patients.

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Access to Care
Moving Medicine Video Update