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CPT® 2027 Maternity Care Services code changes

Find out about changes to the codes for maternity care services, which includes separate codes for antepartum care, labor management, delivery and postpartum care.

CPT®
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Patients don’t have right to ambient AI recordings, court says

In one of the first legal rulings nationwide, a Washington judge says exam-room audio is for administrative purposes. It’s akin to handwritten notes.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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Bill would put an end to yearly patches on Medicare physician pay

Comprehensive, bipartisan legislation in the House of Representatives offers solution to two big, perennial structural problems with payment system. 

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
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AMA releases CPT 2027 code set

New updates reflect advances in patient care.

Press Releases
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DO vs. MD: How much does the medical school degree type matter?

What is an MD? What is a DO? Learn key differences in these medical school paths and the role degree type plays in a physician’s career trajectory. 

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Prep for Med School
Succeeding in Medical School
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Ethical questions about health AI? The AMA has guidance

Through case studies, CME and more, recent AMA efforts are ensuring physicians have sound ethical guidance to appropriately use AI.

Digital
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2027 proposed Medicare fee schedule: What physicians need to know

The AMA has scrutinized CMS’ proposals. They include a proposal on same-day E/M services, maternity care codes, remote monitoring and more. 

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
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A 50% Medicare pay cut would put physician practices at risk

CMS should reject a proposed 50% Medicare payment cut for same-day E/M visits over the threat it poses to independent practices and patient access.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Changes to Medicaid, the ACA and other key provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

Stay up to date on OBBBA implementation and related federal rulemaking with resources from the AMA.

Federal Advocacy