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Fixing prior auth: We must ensure continuity of care

When switching health plans, patients and physicians often must go back to step one on prior authorization. The consequences can be horrific.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
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5 Min Read

Removing stigmatizing language on applications supports physician wellness

Progress is being made to remove stigmatizing language on licensing and credentialing applications, but the mission is incomplete. 

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Fixing prior auth: Give doctors a true peer to talk with—stat

“Peer-to-peer” consults are often with health plan employees who lack the right expertise, training or credentials. The AMA is fighting to change that.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
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Fixing prior auth: These critical changes must be made

The payer cost-control process of prior authorization wastes physicians’ time and delays patient care. Dive deep on five big reforms that are needed.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
Tape dispenser with red tape
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Fixing prior auth: Nearly 40 prior authorizations a week is way too many

AMA survey data shows that practices complete 39 prior authorization requests per physician, per week. The AMA is fighting for prior auth reduction.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
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Fixing prior auth: First, speed up payers’ response times

Sluggish action on prior authorization requests can mean hospitalization or death. The AMA is fighting to speed up prior authorization.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
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4 Min Read

Expert tips help doctors navigate private practice challenges

Listen and learn with a podcast series that guides physicians in private practice to find efficiencies and improve business operations.

Private Practices
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6 Min Read

Small but mighty effort gives doctors the support they need

At Marshfield Clinic Health System, physicians struggling with burnout have a great place to turn for peer support, mentorship and coaching.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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Pearl of the Week: Renew prescriptions all at once

Find resources on the annual prescription renewal system.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week