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12 Min Read

Time to pursue patient-centered payment models designed by doctors

The U.S. health care system should include physician-designed alternative payment models (APMs) that can improve care and remove barriers to innovation.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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7 Min Read

June 4, 2021: National Advocacy Update

Utilizing data mapping to tackle maternal mortality and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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4 Min Read

Feb. 19, 2021: National Advocacy Update

Cap-subject H-1B petitions rule and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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8 Min Read

Dec. 18, 2020: National Advocacy Update

FDA authorizes first COVID-19 vaccine; provides instruction to providers and patients and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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4 Min Read

Bipartisan bill would extend 5% bonus for Advanced APMs

The AMA supports congressional legislation intended to ensure that value-based care models continue to be viable for physician participants.

Payment & Delivery Models
1 Min Read

Withholds as a payment model

This resource addresses payment withholds and risk pools.

Payment & Delivery Models
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New payment models: Negotiate the deal

Before entering into any contract negotiation, physicians should evaluate the circumstances surrounding the potential deal.

Payment & Delivery Models
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4 Min Read

5 things doctors need to know about 2020 Medicare fee schedule

A slightly heavier lift from physicians will be required to avoid penalties and earn bonuses under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System.

Medicare & Medicaid
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4 Min Read

Nov. 14, 2019: Advocacy spotlight on 5 things doctors need to know about 2020 Medicare fee schedule

5 things doctors need to know about 2020 Medicare fee schedule: The AMA's experts have prepared a summary of the 2020 changes to QPP and Medicare physician payment.

Advocacy Update