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Using tech to cut no-shows, save time in private practice

Engaging patients through technology can improve outcomes and help save time on tasks such as scheduling appointments, completing forms and paying bills.

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Is private practice collapsing? Congress can help stem the tide

From Medicare payment to prior authorization and beyond, independent physicians are being squeezed out of practice. The AMA is pushing hard for fixes.

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Building an effective online presence for your private practice

Identify what sets your practice apart and create an online brand to match. It can start with the right logo, says spinal surgeon Daniel E. Choi, MD.

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Private Practice Simple Solutions: Patient and Community Engagement

This eight-week learning collaborative focuses on patient engagement platforms and digital workflows for communication.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
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Pearl of the Week: Switch to pre-visit planning

Find resources on quality improvement projects and pre-visit planning.

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About the Private Practice Physicians Section (PPPS)

The Private Practice Physicians Section (PPPS) seeks to preserve the freedom, independence and integrity of private practice.

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Try these power-ups to boost your physician private practice

The AMA has gathered expert advice to help you rapidly improve your practice’s recruiting, efficiency, marketing, revenue cycle management and coding.

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Medicare physician payment reform has never been more urgent

CMS’ latest round of proposed Medicare payment cuts underscores why physicians demand reform. Stopgap measures and quick fixes won’t work.

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Why we must keep the doors open for physician-owned practices

Ensuring the sustainability of private practice—where millions get care—is an AMA priority, and starts with reforming the Medicare payment system

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