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Feb. 7, 2019: State Advocacy Update

Kentucky bill would remove prior authorization for MAT, advocacy priorities in Louisiana and more in AMA's latest state advocacy news.

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Jan. 24, 2019: Advocacy spotlight on Addressing the opioid epidemic in Colorado: Progress and opportunities

Addressing the opioid epidemic in Colorado: A report from AMA, Colorado Medical Society and Manatt Health.

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Jan. 24, 2019: State Advocacy Update

Top issues facing organized medicine and highlights from the State Advocacy Summit in the latest AMA state advocacy news.

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Study of Colorado’s efforts to reverse opioid epidemic

The AMA, Colorado Medical Society and Manatt Health release study of Colorado’s meaningful efforts to reverse the opioid epidemic.

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8 physician advocacy wins that set the stage for 2019

Despite D.C. turmoil, doctors score key victories at national, state levels on physician payment, gun violence, regulatory relief and more. Find out the AMA’s 2019 policy targets.

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Jan. 10, 2019: State Advocacy Update

New York governor signs parity legislation, reforming pain management and more in the latest AMA state advocacy news.

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Landmark deal on medication-assisted treatment a model for nation

A breakthrough in Pennsylvania eliminates prior authorization for lifesaving treatment for opioid-use disorder. Every other state should follow suit.

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Study of Pennsylvania commonwealth efforts to reverse opioid epidemic

AMA, Pennsylvania Medical Society and Manatt Health release analysis of progress made, recommend next steps for policymakers, insurers and physicians.

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Dec. 13, 2018: State Advocacy Update

Pennsylvania response to the opioid epidemic, AAP quality improvement course and more in AMA's latest state advocacy news.

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