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Boost older adults’ access to care by fixing prior authorization

The black-box prior authorization delays and denials in Medicare Advantage have to stop. A bipartisan bill reintroduced in Congress is a start.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
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We must fix prior authorization to protect our patients

More than 90% of doctors see how prior authorization hurts patients. We’re making considerable progress to fix prior auth, but there’s a lot more work to do.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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AMA survey indicates prior authorization wreaks havoc on patient care

New findings issued from AMA’s annual survey exploring physician experiences with prior authorization programs.

Press Releases
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June 14, 2024: Advocacy Update spotlight on reintroduced prior authorization bill

AMA-supported prior authorization bill reintroduced in Congress and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.

Advocacy Update
2024 Annual Meeting of the HOD
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Highlights from the 2024 AMA Annual Meeting

Catch up with the news and key moments as the House of Delegates bolsters the AMA's work on Medicare pay, scope creep, prior authorization and more. 

Annual Meeting
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After falling short last Congress, prior auth bill primed for passage

AMA supports bipartisan bill with reforms for Medicare Advantage.

Press Releases
2024 Annual Meeting of the HOD-Prior authorization-Ref Comm G
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When health plans delay and deny, they must say why

Prior authorization requests are routinely denied with little to no explanation. AMA also moves to hold payers legally accountable for patient harm.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
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AMA adopts new prior authorization reform policies during Annual Meeting

Policies aimed at fighting for greater insurer accountability and transparency for prior authorization requirements.

Press Releases
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AMA Annual Meeting 2024: Advocacy progress on Medicare payment reform, prior authorization and more [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the AMA’s latest advocacy efforts.

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Federal Advocacy
AMA Update Podcast