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“Unlawful cartel” is price-fixing the rates insurers pay physicians

The AMA and Illinois State Medical Society file federal lawsuit to stop MultiPlan from orchestrating unfair payment rates that impede access to care.

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AMA supports firmer standards for nonprofit hospital charity care

AMA voted to support greater oversight of nonprofit hospitals and of charity care policies so financial assistance reaches patients in need.

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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.

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Getting started in private practice

It may be confusing—even intimidating—for physicians wishing to start their own practice. That’s why the American Medical Association is here to help.

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The business side of medicine: 5 key lessons for resident physicians

Giving residents an overview on key subjects related to the business of medicine will smooth the transition to practice. Learn more with the AMA.

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13 reasons your practice should have a medical record audit

A coding guru explains how having regular reviews of your practice’s documentation, billing and coding practices can help ensure appropriate payment.

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Managing patient payments

Download tools—5 point-of-care pricing PDFs and a template DOC for insurance contracts—to help manage patient payments and maximize efficiencies in the collection process.

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How to select a practice management system

Download resources in PDF and DOCX format—six steps to system selection, criteria checklist and sample RFP—to help you select the system with features that fit the needs of your practice.

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3 keys to getting paid and thriving in private practice

So you’ve decided an employment setting isn’t the right fit for you? That makes close attention to payment an even bigger priority.

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