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AMA experts discuss determining when it’s safe to resume normal patient care

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the steps to safely open physician practices during the pandemic.

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Strengthening long-distance care for chronic disease patients

As many patients with chronic disease reconsider seeking care due to COVID-19 exposure concerns, what should physicians do to help?

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Need help paying for telehealth? $200 million FCC fund could help

The FCC is taking applications to help physicians pay for telecommunication and information services, and devices to connect with patients remotely.

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COVID-19: National Physician Town hall questions on telehealth

Panel of AMA leaders takes part in an April 9, 2020 town hall to shed light on the most pressing issues facing physicians during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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CMS OKs pay parity for telephone visits during COVID-19 crisis

CMS agency agreed to raise rates for telephone visits so seniors can receive continuous care without leaving their homes during the pandemic.

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May 1, 2020: National Advocacy Update

CMS must restart Medicare advance payments and cover Medicaid and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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Apr 30, 2020 ·
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American Medical Association/The Permanente Federation tweet chat

Join AMA and The Permanente Federation on April 30 for a Twitter chat to discuss suppression strategies for COVID-19, including testing and telehealth.

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Bill requires ERISA plans to cover telehealth during COVID-19

The AMA backs the bipartisan House legislation, which also establishes pay parity between telehealth and face-to-face visits, including audio-only encounters.

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Project aims to validate clinical accuracy of BP measurement devices

Through independent review of blood pressure devices, a first-of-its-kind listing of clinically validated BP devices has been released in the U.S.

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