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Aggregators are helping private practices flourish. Learn how.

It took several years, but a family medicine physician finally found the right partner for implementing value-based care. She shares what to look for.

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Want to save time in your practice? There’s a playbook for that

The doctors in your private practice can work smarter, not harder, by implementing innovative strategies gathered in AMA’s “Saving Time Playbook.” 

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The physician private practice to-do list for a strong year-end finish

Learn what you should be thinking about at a hectic year’s end, and how to get off to the races in 2026 on patient scheduling, staffing and more.

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Pearl of the week: Effective revenue cycle management

Understand payment mechanics, streamline workflows, and maximize reimbursement.

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AMA comments on 2026 Medicare Fee Schedule

Despite a one-time 2.5 percent update, the AMA warns of unintended consequences for patients and physicians. 

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Keep your physician private practice thriving with smarter RCM

Even small improvements in revenue-cycle management can strengthen cash flow and protect independence. The experts outline six keys.

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Practice participation in value-based care is up since 2014

AMA survey data shows growth in physician practice participation in ACOs, APMs and medical homes. Participation varies by practice type and setting. 

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No, that physician employment contract is not set in stone

Cookie-cutter contracts are more the norm in today’s health care landscape. Find out what, and when, health care employers will negotiate.

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CMS’ ambulatory specialty model needs restructuring

While the model incorporates ideas the AMA has long advocated, these fixes can help support participating practices’ financial sustainability.

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