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Misdiagnosis allegation not enough for negligence claim to go on

Washington state’s highest court says a medical liability case in which an expert did not pinpoint specific standard-of-care violations cannot move forward.

Judicial Advocacy
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Feb. 22, 2018: State Advocacy Update

Aetna's prior authorization program under scrutiny and MAT helps reduce post-incarceration fatal opioid-related overdoses in the latest AMA state advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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AMA presents government service award to Auburn mayor

The AMA presented Nancy Backus, mayor of the city of Auburn, Washington, with the Dr. Nathan Davis Award for Outstanding Government Service.

Press Releases
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Shadowing reveals more efficient ways to practice medicine

At a Washington state health system, physicians are shadowed by consultants who offer ways to improve workflow, cut clicks without compromising care.

Physician Health
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High court rules against interstate medical-liability claim

A case stemming from a high-school football tragedy could have opened a door to interstate “portable torts.”

Judicial Advocacy
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Many influential physicians share common trait: AMA membership

AMA CEO James L. Madara, MD, and 25 other AMA members are included in a health care magazine's list of most influential physician executives and leaders.

Leadership
Rushika Fernandopulle, MD, MPP
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Innovator finds value in relationship-based primary care model

No codes, no EOBs, no rushed primary care patient visits. That is the vision of Rushika Fernandopulle, MD, MPP, co-founder and CEO of Iora Health.

Prevention & Wellness
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Seattle health system peeks behind requests for unneeded care

Talking treatment pros and cons with patients can cut inappropriate testing and treatment orders. Five steps to move toward wiser choices.

AMA STEPS Forward®
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Seattle clinic follows biopsychosocial model for patients with chronic pain

This chronic pain management program focuses on functional restoration to help patients return to their lives because a “cure” for chronic pain is many times not possible.

Behavioral Health