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Unchecked power in PBM industry puts patients at risk of harm

The combination of low competition among pharmacy benefit managers and high vertical integration with insurers poses significant risk for patients.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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On opioid labeling, FDA emphasizes patient-physician relationship

The AMA commends the FDA for new label requirements for opioids that emphasizes shared decision-making between the patient and physician.

Press Releases
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These 4 big names are the largest PBMs in the U.S.

Four PBMs have two-thirds of the market, says new AMA report. More transparency, accountability are needed.

Access to Care
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PBM markets are at risk of harming patients

New AMA analysis details low PBM competition, high vertical integration with insurers.

Press Releases
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Are yearly visits needed for renewing non-controlled medication prescriptions?

Get real answers from the AMA to common myths about the continuation of non-controlled maintenance medication prescriptions.

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Administrative Burdens
Debunking Regulatory Myths
AMA Update for April 30, 2025: Measles misinformation, new long COVID-19 symptom studies, plus childhood antibiotics and gut health
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Measles misinformation, new long COVID-19 symptom studies, plus childhood antibiotics and gut health

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the latest in long COVID studies and the measles outbreak.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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10 Min Read

Measles misinformation, new long COVID-19 symptom studies, plus childhood antibiotics and gut health [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the latest in long COVID studies and the measles outbreak.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
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5 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of March 31, 2025

In the news: Measles outbreaks in 5 states, prescription stimulant misuse, shingles vaccine and dementia prevention, avoidable deaths and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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Pearl of the Week: Rethink prescription renewals

Find resources on developing a system for annual prescription renewals. 

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AMA STEPS Forward®
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week