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They’re back: Wide array of scope creep bills proposed in 2024

The AMA helped defeat more than 100 bills to expand nonphysician providers’ scope of practice in 2023. Learn about this year’s legislative trends.

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AMA Recovery Plan for Physicians
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State advocacy

Download an Advocacy Resource Center brochure PDF to learn how the AMA is relentlessly working to advance important state legislative issues that protect patients and physicians.

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March 8, 2024: National Advocacy Update

Senators introduce the No Fees for EFTs Act and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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Physicians and nonphysicians: What are the differences?

MD, DO. OD, PA, NP, PhD, PsyD, CRNA. OK—confused yet? Explore what distinguishes physicians from other members of the health care team.

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AMA Recovery Plan for Physicians
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3 tips for proactive physician approach to stop scope creep

Efforts to inappropriately expand nonphysicians’ scope of practice have been relentless. Learn how physicians can take back the offensive.  

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AMA Recovery Plan for Physicians
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AMA in the News: February 2024

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for February 2024.

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AMA in the News
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Pearl of the Week: Partner for success in value-based care

Find resources on improving transitional care for your patients.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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What's the difference between physicians and naturopaths?

Some states are considering expanding scope of practice for naturopaths. Learn with the AMA what sets physicians and naturopaths apart.

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AMA Recovery Plan for Physicians
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Feb. 23, 2024: State Advocacy Update

AMA urges continued support for New York’s Committee for Physician Health and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

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